martin vickers. [ cheers ] >> number one, mr. speaker. >> mr. speaker? mr. speaker, i'm sure the whole house would wish to join me in celebrating armed forces week. [ cheers ] >> armed forces are the best in the world. this week is an important opportunity to pause and reflect on their dedication and their sacrifice in keeping the country safe. mr. speaker, this morning his meetings with ministerial colleagues and others. in addition to my duties in this house, i should have further such meetings later today. >> martin vickers. >> i, too, welcome the prime minister's comments about armed forces weekend. and there is a major event in my constituents to mark the kz -- constituency to mark the occasion. i thank my friend for agreeing to meet with me and the honorable lady following the announcement yesterday of significant job losses by young seafoods in the area. they are the largest employer. it's particularly disappointing after a run of good news. much investment has been attracted with the help of the regional growth fund. could my honorable friend assure