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Written question asked by James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat) 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.


Military Intelligence

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he has a target date by which his Department intends to achieve interoperability of the Digital Targeting Web with NATO allies.

Answer

The Strategic Defence Review and Defence Investment Plan set out our commitment to develop the Digital Targeting Web, which will connect sensors, decision-makers and effectors across the Integrated Force.

Interoperability with NATO Allies is a core design requirement of the Digital Targeting Web. The programme is being developed in alignment with NATO standards, enabling the secure exchange of sensor, targeting and command-and-control information across Allied Forces.

The Digital Targeting Web will support shared situational awareness, faster decision-making and coordinated targeting across multinational operations, strengthening NATO’s ability to deter and defend against potential adversaries.

The Department is embedding interoperability throughout the development of the Digital Targeting Web rather than treating it as a requirement to be achieved at a single future date.



Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
17188
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Digital technology NATO Military intelligence
Link
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