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Written question asked by Maria Eagle (Labour) on Wednesday, 21 February 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 26 February 2024 (named day). It was answered by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Monday, 26 February 2024 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Bomb Disposal: Vehicles

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to page 120 of his Department’s Annual Report and Accounts 2022-23, HC1468, published in July 2023, for what reason CUTLASS was withdrawn from service early.

Answer

CUTLASS was withdrawn from service and replaced by STARTER in December 2020 in order to both significantly enhance our Military Aid to the Civil Authorities Explosive Ordnance Disposal capability and provide a significant through-life cost saving.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
15021
Session
2023-24
Related items
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Bomb disposal Vehicles Automation
Link
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