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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Wednesday, 1 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 July 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Friday, 10 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Unmanned Marine Systems: Minesweepers

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Defence Investment Plan, published on 30 June 2026, page 26, under which programme name is the £1.1 billion autonomous mine-hunting capability.

Answer

The £1.1 billion investment referenced in the Defence Investment Plan is allocated to the next phase of the Mine Hunting Capability (MHC) programme.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
15073
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Procurement Minesweepers Unmanned marine systems
Link
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