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Written question asked by Mark Francois (Conservative) on Tuesday, 9 December 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 December 2025 (named day). It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Wednesday, 17 December 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Ajax Vehicles: Procurement

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether the National Armaments Director was consulted prior to the decision to declare IOC for Ajax.

Answer

As safety is the top priority of the Ministerial Team, prior to Initial Operating Capability, I asked for and was given assurances in writing by senior Ministry of Defence personnel that the system was safe, including the National Armaments Director.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
98361
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Procurement Ajax vehicles National Armaments Director
Link
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