Written question asked by Alison Griffiths (Conservative) on Monday, 14 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 October 2026. It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Monday, 12 October 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Shipping: International Waters
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions her Department has had with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Ministry of Defence on protecting the freedom of navigation of UK commercial shipping through strategically important international waterways.
- Answer
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The security of UK commercial shipping in strategically important international waterways is a key priority for the Department for Transport.
We engage in regular discussions with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and the Ministry of Defence to exchange information, assess developments affecting the maritime security environment, and support the provision of appropriate advice and guidance to shipping.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 29878
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Navigation Shipping International waters
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- 2026-10-13 17:56:01 +0100
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