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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 19 January 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Wednesday, 28 January 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


General Dynamics Land Systems: Ajax Vehicles

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential risk of closure of the General Dynamics Land Systems UK factory in Merthyr Tydfil following the completion of the 589 Ajax vehicles in 2027.

Answer

While the future of the Merthyr Tydfil factory is a matter for General Dynamics Land Systems UK, I have frequent engagement with representatives from General Dynamics, the Welsh Government and the local MPs regarding the Ajax platform.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
106077
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Procurement Factories General Dynamics Land Systems Ajax vehicles
Link
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