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Written question asked by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Wednesday, 10 December 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 December 2025. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Thursday, 18 December 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Cruise Missiles

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 8 December 2025 to Question 95423 on Cruise Missiles, what is the in-service date for the SPEAR cruise missile.

Answer

The SPEAR Capability 3 programme is currently undergoing a review. A Review Note is planned to be submitted in Quarter 1 2026 to revise its approval, which will determine the delivery of Initial Operating Capability.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
98837
Session
2024-26
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Link
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