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Written question asked by Andrew Rosindell (Conservative) on Monday, 29 January 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 31 January 2024. It was answered by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Tuesday, 6 February 2024 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Type 23 Frigates: Repairs and Maintenance

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the merits of adding anti-air close-in weapons systems to the Type 23 frigate.

Answer

The Department does not routinely disclose the specific capabilities of individual platforms, or the considerations for ongoing adaptions, but I can confirm that we routinely assess and review new technology and its integration into our ships.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
11710
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Weapons Repairs and maintenance Type 23 frigates
Link
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