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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Monday, 2 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 4 February 2026. It was answered by Sarah Jones (Labour) on Tuesday, 10 February 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.


Cambridgeshire Constabulary: Firearms

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what progress has she made in procuring a new firearm to replace the Heckler and Koch G36 for Cambridgeshire Constabulary.

Answer

The Home Office does not procure or proscribe services to Police forces. It is a matter for each Force to assess and procure services proportionate to its needs to provide effective policing for their area as they are best placed to understand local needs and priorities.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
110158
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Firearms Procurement Cambridgeshire Constabulary
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk