Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 11 June 2026. It was answered by Kanishka Narayan (Labour) on Wednesday, 17 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.
Telecommunications Cables: Seas and Oceans
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, pursuant to the answer of 5 June 2026 to question 3606 on Seas and Oceans: Telecommunications Cables, by when she will have (a) finished exploring options for securing UK-based and UK-flagged repair capability for the long term and (b) determined the next steps.
- Answer
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As set out in the answer of 5 June, the Department has undertaken market engagement to fully consider the range of options available to Government to deliver a UK-based and UK-flagged subsea cable repair capability, in a way that provides value for money for the taxpayer. We are working with specialist advisors in the sector to support our options assessment.
On 29 May, Minister Lloyd delivered a speech at Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) that set out how this Government is toughening protections for subsea internet cables. This included committing to make a final decision on our approach to UK-based and UK-flagged subsea repair capability by the end of the year.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 8250
- Session
- 2026-27
- Related items
- Subjects
- Electric cables Repairs and maintenance Seas and oceans Telecommunications cables
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