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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Wednesday, 8 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 July 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Friday, 17 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Armed Forces: Unmanned Air Systems

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Defence Investment Plan, published on 30 June 2026, page 27, under what project or programme name will he develop a variety of novel payloads and air launched effects.

Answer

The development of novel payloads and air launch effects is planned under the Long Range Area Effect Project, which is part of the broader Land Deep Fires Programme.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17096
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Armed forces Unmanned air systems
Link
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