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Written question asked by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Tuesday, 8 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 Tuesday, 22 April 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Guided Weapons: Procurement

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress his Department has made on the Martlet programme.

Answer

The Martlet programme achieved Initial Operating Capability in October 2021 and is on track to reach Full Operating Capability in Summer 2025. Martlet has been in regular use including successful firings in support of training and trials and has been deployed on operations such as OP KIPION. The capability will provide force protection for OP HIGHMAST in 2025.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
45065
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Procurement Guided weapons
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk