Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Friday, 29 May 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 2 June 2026. It was answered by Al Carns (Labour) on Monday, 8 June 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Peacekeeping Operations: Strait of Hormuz
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Department's press release entitled UK to contribute drones, jets and warship to Multinational Mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz, published on 12 May 2026, how much new funding for (a) autonomous mine-hunting and (b) counter-drone systems has been provided.
- Answer
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We do not routinely provide a breakdown of funding for specific capabilities linked to operational deployments.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 5109
- Session
- 2026-27
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- Yes
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- Finance Peacekeeping operations Strait of Hormuz
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- Yes
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