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Written question asked by Chris Evans (Labour) on Tuesday, 11 October 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 13 October 2022. It was answered by Alec Shelbrooke (Conservative) on Tuesday, 18 October 2022 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ajax Vehicles: Procurement

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will make a decision made on the future of Ajax by December 2022.

Answer

The Department continues to work with General Dynamics to resolve the challenges on Ajax and is actively working to validate the effectiveness of proposed modifications to address noise and vibration in line with the contract.

We expect to be in a position to consider the way forward for the programme by the end of the year.

The Ministry of Defence will not accept a vehicle until it can be used safely for its intended purpose.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
61036
Session
2022-23
Related items
Ajax Vehicles: Procurement
Monday, 7 November 2022
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Procurement Ajax vehicles
Link
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