Written question asked by Claire Hanna (Social Democratic & Labour Party) on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 May 2026. It was answered by Al Carns (Labour) on Thursday, 21 May 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Iran: Belfast International Airport
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether his Department is using the Belfast International airport to support military operations targeting Iran.
- Answer
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Neither Belfast International Airport nor Aldergrove Flying Station, that shares runways with the airport, have been used by the British Military to support the UK's approach in relation to Iran, which is focused on de-escalation, regional stability, and the protection of UK personnel and regional allies.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 317
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Armed forces Armed conflict Deployment Belfast International Airport Iran
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- 2026-05-21 09:30:21 +0100
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