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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, 8 September 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Armoured Fighting Vehicles

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority Major Projects Annual Report 2025 to 2026, Tables, Mechanised Infantry Programme, by when does he plan to achieve Initial Operating Capability.

Answer

Following a programme reset, the Mechanised Infantry Programme is currently forecast to achieve Initial Operating Capability by Quarter 2 2027. This remains subject to continuing affordability considerations and programme delivery performance.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
23324
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Armoured fighting vehicles
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk