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Written question asked by Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi (Labour) on Wednesday, 10 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Monday, 15 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Shipping: Security

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will establish a formal mechanism for the Maritime Industry Security Forum to report directly to the National Security Council.

Answer

There are no plans for the Maritime Security Industry Forum (MSIF) to report into the National Security Council. It is a channel for the Department for Transport to consult on issues relating to DfT’s existing and proposed maritime security policies with key shipping and ports industry stakeholders.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
8687
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Security Shipping National Security Council
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk