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Recommendation 10
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The need to engage more openly with the public in a national conversation on defence...
Conclusion
The need to engage more openly with the public in a national conversation on defence and security issues has been a recurring feature of the political discourse in recent years and one on which we have previously pressed the Government for action. A programme of AUKUS’ length and cost will rely on public support if it is to succeed. (Conclusion, Paragraph 45) 49
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 9 July 2026. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗