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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.


Minesweepers

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, Mine Hunting Capability, for what reason the Delivery Confidence Assessment Rating is exempt under Section 27.

Answer

Elements of the Block 1 Mine Hunting Capability are being procured internationally via the Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation (OCCAR). The relevant Departmental Commentary information was withheld under section 27 of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 because its disclosure would, or would be likely to, prejudice the United Kingdom’s international relations.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
23366
Session
2026-27
Related items
Minesweepers
Tuesday, 6 October 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Minesweepers
Link
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