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Written question asked by Jayne Kirkham (Labour) 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 Mike Tapp (Labour) on Tuesday, 10 February 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.


UK Border Force: Patrol Craft

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps her Department is taking to ensure that contracts for Border Force patrol vessels are awarded to UK shipyards.

Answer

We are continuing to engage suppliers on the basis of a UK-led build, using the Defence and Security provisions within the Procurement Act 2023 where appropriate. This approach is consistent with the cross-government commitment to back British businesses. My officials are working closely with the National Shipbuilding Office while ensuring value for money and deliverability.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
110231
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Shipbuilding Patrol craft UK Border Force
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk