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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 Tuesday, 6 October 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Defence: Software

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Ministry of Defence annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026, Losses, if he will provide further information on the £4,739,000 constructive loss in relation to the cancellation of the Software Module Project.

Answer

The project was intended to deliver an electronic maintenance recording system for the A400M aircraft. During development and qualification, it became clear that the proposed solution could not meet the required functionality, security, and airworthiness standards. The operational requirement had also evolved, and cancellation was assessed to be the most appropriate course of action.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
22839
Session
2026-27
Related items
Defence: Software
Friday, 9 October 2026
Written questions
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Defence: Software
Friday, 9 October 2026
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Subjects
Defence Software Expenditure
Link
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