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Written question asked by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Monday, 7 April 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 22 April 2025. It was answered by Maria Eagle (Labour) on Monday, 28 April 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Defence: Reform

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Written Ministerial Statement of 1 April 2025 on Defence Reform, whether he considers the Military Strategic Headquarters to be a quango.

Answer

No, the Military Strategic Headquarters is not a quango. It sits within the Ministry of Defence and is a vital part of the new Defence operating model, acting as the single point of force design and delivery of the Armed Forces.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
44494
Session
2024-26
Related items
Defence Reform
Tuesday, 1 April 2025
Written statements
House of Commons
Subjects
Defence Reform
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk