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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Monday, 20 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 22 April 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Monday, 27 April 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Navy: Dockyards

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 16 April 2026 to question 121654 on Navy: Dockyards, has the contract now been signed to extend the Future Maritime Support Programme (FMSP) to cover the period from April 2026 up to October 2028.

Answer

Progress continues to be made on the extension of the Future Maritime Support Programme. Contracts covering the majority of ship‑related services have been agreed, with the remaining elements in the process of finalisation, while arrangements are in place to ensure continuity of submarine support services ahead of a new contractual agreement expected to commence later in 2026.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
128422
Session
2024-26
Related items
Navy: Dockyards
Thursday, 16 April 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Contracts Dockyards Navy
Link
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