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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Monday, 8 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 10 June 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 June 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Early Warning Systems: Procurement

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress he has made in procuring a replacement for CROWSNEST.

Answer

The Royal Navy is investigating successor systems for the Crowsnest Airborne Early Warning system, including the potential use of Uncrewed Air Systems.

This approach is consistent with the development of Hybrid Air Wing as set out in the Strategic Defence Review and it is subject to the Defence Investment Plan.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
7764
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Procurement Early warning systems
Link
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