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Written question asked by Lord Soames of Fletching (Conservative) on Wednesday, 8 May 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 May 2019 (named day). It was answered by Lord Lancaster of Kimbolton (Conservative) on Monday, 13 May 2019 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Navy: Indian Ocean and South China Sea

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what Royal Navy assets are currently deployed in the (a) Indian Ocean and (b) South China Seas.

Answer

The Royal Navy currently has six surface ships deployed in the Gulf. These are HMS BROCKLESBY, HMS LEDBURY, HMS BLYTH, HMS SHOREHAM, HMS MONTROSE and RFA CARDIGAN BAY.

There are currently no surface ships deployed in the Arctic, Indian Ocean and South China Sea.

The Ministry of Defence does not release details of future deployments, nor comment on submarine operations, as to do so would, or would be likely to, prejudice the capability, effectiveness or security of the Armed Forces.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
251876
Session
2017-19
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Navy Indian Ocean South China Sea
Link
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