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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 Louise Sandher-Jones (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Republic of Ireland: Air Force

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what financial contribution does the Republic of Ireland make to the defence of its airspace by the Royal Air Force.

Answer

Matters relating to Ireland's defence posture and expenditure rest with the Irish authorities, and any enquiries on those issues should be directed to them.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
23117
Session
2026-27
Related items
Republic of Ireland: Air Force
Thursday, 17 September 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Air force Republic of Ireland Airspace
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk