Harriett Baldwin highlights the importance of diplomatic work in de-escalating the Iran crisis and the importance of urgently filling the vacant position of UK ambassador to Washington.

Harriett Baldwin (West Worcestershire) (Con)

The Defence Secretary has mentioned on numerous occasions during his statement the importance of our diplomatic network in de-escalating this crisis. Does he agree with me that the position of the UK ambassador to Washington has now been vacant for far too long, and will he encourage the Foreign Secretary to make that appointment?

Mr Wallace

My hon. Friend had an excellent record as a Foreign Office Minister. I will ask the Prime Minister at the NSC next.

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