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Written question asked by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Friday, 26 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 30 June 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Monday, 6 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Type 45 Destroyers: Guided Weapons

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how much has been spent on the upgrade to the Sea Viper missile system as of 26 June 2026.

Answer

The current commitment of £405 million funds delivery and manufacture of the Capability One Sea Viper upgrade and the assessment phase of Capability Two. As of 26 June 2026, the project has spent £223.653 million. This is an increase of £5.053 million since I answered the same question asked by the hon. Member on 13 April 2026.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
13502
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Expenditure Procurement Guided weapons Type 45 destroyers
Link
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