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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Wednesday, 23 September 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Nuclear Submarines: Procurement

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Department's Annual Report and Accounts 2025-2026, HC 389, published on 15 July 2026, what the nature is of the fruitless payment for training activities linked to the Submarine Acquisition Programme.

Answer

The loss relates to the Dreadnought programme and covers payment for unproductive hours incurred by the contractor.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
22803
Session
2026-27
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Subjects
Expenditure Procurement Nuclear submarines Training
Link
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