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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 Luke Pollard (Labour) on Monday, 15 June 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Shipping Defence Advisory Council

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will establish a formal mechanism for the Shipping Defence Advisory Council to report directly to the National Security Council.

Answer

The Government keeps under review the governance arrangements for maritime security and engages regularly with industry, including through bodies such as the Shipping Defence Advisory Council. There are currently no plans to establish a formal mechanism for the Council to report directly to the National Security Council.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
8688
Session
2026-27
Subjects
National Security Council Shipping Defence Advisory Council
Link
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