Written question asked by Sarah Pochin (Reform UK) on Tuesday, 10 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 16 March 2026 (named day). It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Monday, 16 March 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

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Serco: Type 45 Destroyers

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will disclose full details of all three contracts signed in May 2025 between the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Serco which relate to the provision of maritime services in support of the Royal Navy, and to i) explain in full what services are provided by Serco in relation to the operation of the Royal Navy’s Type 45 destroyers, ii) confirm whether these contracts, or any pre-existing contracts, include the ammunitioning of Royal Naval vessels by Serco, and iii) whether such contracts contain the necessary provisions to empower HM Government or the Royal Navy to enforce them at weekends, and during international crises.

Answer

For security reasons, the Ministry of Defence does not comment on specific contracts, staffing levels or detailed security arrangements at any defence establishment.

HM Naval Bases operate on a continuous 24‑hour basis. Appropriate Duty Staff are in place at all times to maintain the safety, security and operational availability of the site.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

119817

Session

2024-26

Subjects

Contracts Navy Ministry of Defence Type 45 destroyers Serco

Link

View this Written question on www.parliament.uk