Written question asked by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Wednesday, 22 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 27 April 2026 (named day). It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Monday, 27 April 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Ammunition: Factories
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether construction has begun on the first munitions factory announced as part of the six new munitions factories in the Strategic Defence Review.
- Answer
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Feasibility studies are planned to be contracted in Spring 2026, and to conclude in August 2026. The Ministry of Defence intends to announce investments in quarter 3 2026 with a view to beginning construction of the first factories before the end of the year.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 129265
- Session
- 2024-26
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Ammunition Construction Factories
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- 2026-04-27 13:32:18 +0100
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