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European Security and Defence College

Question for Ministry of Defence

UIN HL6688, tabled on 5 April 2017

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what benefits the UK derives from membership of the European Defence and Security College.

Answered on

18 April 2017

The European Security and Defence College (ESDC) is a virtual network of national training institutions that helps promote a common understanding of the EU Common Security and Defence Policy. Many UK civilian and military personnel have attended ESDC courses to better equip them with the knowledge and skills needed to carry out their work. This expertise and engagement in turn helps to ensure that the UK maintains influence in EU security and defence policy.