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Written question asked by John Healey (Labour) on Tuesday, 18 July 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 20 July 2023. It was answered by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Tuesday, 25 July 2023 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ammunition

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when his Department expects to deliver an eight-fold increase in production capacity of 155mm artillery shells.

Answer

The Ministry of Defence has placed an order with BAE Systems to increase 155mm shells stockpile for the British Army. The announced eight-fold increase in production capability will be available from 2025.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
194703
Session
2022-23
Related items
Army: Ammunition
Monday, 13 May 2024
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Ammunition
Link
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