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Written question asked by Andrew Snowden (Conservative) on Thursday, 4 September 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 September 2025. It was answered by Al Carns (Labour) on Thursday, 11 September 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Military Bases: Security

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he has made an assessment of the potential security risks posed to military sites by (a) what3words and (b) other digital mapping platforms.

Answer

Defence is committed to maintaining the highest standards of security and will continue to adapt and respond to all threats to safeguard our national defence capabilities.

While we are unable to comment on specific security arrangements including the security risks posed by what3words and other digital mapping platforms, I can assure the hon. Member that we take the security of our sites extremely seriously and we are continually reviewing and updating our security measures.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
75277
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Military bases Security Digital mapping
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk