Written question asked by Steve Barclay (Conservative) on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 26 February 2026. It was answered by Louise Sandher-Jones (Labour) on Wednesday, 4 March 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Ministry of Defence: Accountability
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 9 February 2026 to question number 110769, if he will confirm whether any minister in his Department was made aware of the report prior to the appointment of the new Permanent Secretary.
- Answer
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As previously advised, the appointment followed an external competition and was approved by the Prime Minister.
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- 115388
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- 2024-26
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- Accountability Ministry of Defence Permanent secretaries
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