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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Thursday, 18 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Calvin Bailey (Labour) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Rifles

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many L129A1 Sharpshooter Rifles have been (a) lost, (b) stolen and (c) subsequently recovered since the introduction of the weapon.

Answer

No incidents have been raised for the loss or theft of the L129A1 Sharpshooter Rifle since its introduction into service in 2010.

The security of small arms is taken very seriously within MOD, and we have robust procedures in place to deter, detect and prevent loss and theft which are constantly reviewed. All losses and thefts of small arms are fully and rigorously investigated.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
11261
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Lost property Theft Rifles
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk