Rt. Hon. Hugo Swire, Foreign Office Minister, managed to make time to speak to Conservatives Abroad in Singapore on a recent visit to the Far-East.
- The members congratulated the Government for its moves to get the deficit down and the welfare budget under control.
- Given Singapore’s historic significance and strategic position, it is important to note that the specific aspect of the recent spending review that was particularly welcomed was the Chancellor’s decision to ensure the Armed forces were protected from reductions in manpower and capability.
- The members warmly thanked the minister for taking time from his packed schedule for his frank, enlightening and interesting insights into Government policy.