THE tragic events in Paris 10 days ago, where 132 people were gunned down going about their regular weekend activities, was another attack on our way of life and highlighted the scale of the threat we face from ISIL.

As the Prime Minister and Defence Secretary have said, there must be a full spectrum response to deal with ISIL at its source in Syria, Iraq, and Libya. The UN resolution on ISIL is an important step in this and has united the world against this evil death cult. The vote shows beyond doubt that the international community has resolved to come together to destroy and defeat this evil, which threatens people of every country and every religion.

The United Nations Security Council has also reiterated its determination to secure a political solution to the conflict in Syria, one of the main strongholds of ISIL in the region.

I echo the comments made by the Prime Minister that the UK will continue to support our allies who are fighting ISIL in Syria and Iraq.

In light of the atrocities in Paris and the heightened terror threat across Europe, it is excellent news that we will hire an extra 1900 intelligence officers at MI5, MI6 and GCHQ. This will strengthen our ability to tackle the challenges here of home grown radicals.

With regard to our external plan of action, in the coming days and weeks, the Prime Minister is due to respond to the report by the Foreign Affairs select committee and a vote will be called as soon as the Government that there is enough support in the Commons.

I understand that the issue of military action in Syria is a very divisive issue. I have received hundreds of emails from both sides arguing the case for and against bombing Syria.

The experience of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan has shown us that military escalation does not always achieve the end result intended. However, we cannot expect others to shoulder the burdens and the risks of protecting our country. ISIL have shown themselves to be inhuman in their regard for life, and we must share the responsibility in securing a political resolution to the civil unrest which is providing them a breeding ground, but also a military response to wiping them out.

This is an incredibly difficult and complex issue which we must get right. Ultimately, instability and religious extremism in the Middle East will weaken our own security at home. But, we must have a coherent plan for what will and what may happen following military action, and cannot afford to make the same mistakes made in Iraq and Afghanistan.

It is important to note that the Defence Secretary has not yet put forward any specific proposals, but I can assure people that when the plans are put before parliament I will review them closely and give them very serious consideration before voting.

As ever, I would greatly appreciate people getting in touch to share their views on this important subject on luke.hall.mp@parliament.uk.