Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Friday, 21 November 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 25 November 2025. It was answered by Al Carns (Labour) on Tuesday, 2 December 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Boeing P-8: Scotland
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what potential undersea threats have been identified off the coast of northern Scotland by Royal Air Force P8 Poseidon aircraft a) ZP802, b) ZP803, c) ZP805, d) ZP806, e) ZP808 and f) ZP808 since 1 August 2025.
- Answer
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The Ministry of Defence takes threats to the UK's waters seriously, and UK Armed Forces are ready to respond to any potential threat. We are unable to disclose specific details around the missions conducted by the RAF's P8 Poseidon aircraft, as to do so would undermine operational security.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 93479
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- National security Scotland Seas and oceans Sabotage Boeing P-8
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- 2025-12-02 16:52:53 +0000
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