Written question asked by Julian Smith (Conservative) on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 9 July 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Ammunition: Manufacturing Industries
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many companies in Great Britain currently manufacture centrefire ammunition at a commercial scale.
- Answer
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The Ministry of Defence (MOD) procures the majority of its centrefire small arms ammunition, by volume, through our long-term strategic partnership with BAE Systems, and through other suppliers for some specialist types.
The MOD does not monitor all commercial companies outside of a procurement activity; however, pre-procurement activities include market analysis and engagement with suppliers where appropriate to do so, which is used to inform the most effective outcome for Defence.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 16414
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Ammunition Manufacturing industries
- Contains statistics
- Yes
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- 2026-07-15 18:37:24 +0100
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