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Written question asked by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Thursday, 19 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 23 March 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Friday, 27 March 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Navy: Minesweepers

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether Royal Navy minesweepers will be included in the Defence Investment Plan.

Answer

The Strategic Defence Review considered all aspects of Defence, including the capabilities required by UK Defence to meet the challenges, threats, and opportunities of the twenty-first century. The plan for implementing the Review’s recommendations for the Integrated Force will be set out in the forthcoming Defence Investment Plan.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
122170
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Defence Finance Navy Minesweepers
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk