Skip to content


UK Operations in Iraq

Summary

This report highlights some of the issues raised during the Committee's visit to Iraq in June 2006, undertaken in order to examine the operating environment being experienced by UK forces and to meet senior members of the new Iraqi Government.

Found this story interesting?
Spread the news by clicking below to add it to your bookmarking service:

Law-Making Explained

This is a House of Commons Paper (HC 1241): it is a Report from the Defence Committee.
Find out more about House of Commons Papers.

How does it affect me?

If you are or know a serving member of the Armed Forces, or are following the progress of the war in Iraq, this affects you.

Amongst its findings, the Committee notes its concern at the deteriorating security situation in South Eastern Iraq, particularly Basra, and the implications for the security of UK forces.

It welcomes the progress being made in the development of the new Iraqi Army but highlights the serious challenges remaining in the development of the Iraqi police service.

You've read what the government is saying - click on 'Have Your Say Now' to find the website of the relevant government body to make contact.

Have Your Say Now


Find out how to have your say