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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 Thursday, 3 September 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Trident Submarines: Supply Chains

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 the Dreadnought Supply Chain.

Answer

A contract within the Dreadnought supply chain was terminated following security reviews by the Defence Nuclear Enterprise. The detail is unsuitable for disclosure due to the classification and sensitivity of the programme.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
22805
Session
2026-27
Related items
Subjects
Expenditure Trident submarines Supply chains
Link
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