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Written question asked by Lord West of Spithead (Labour) on Friday, 22 April 2022, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 9 May 2022. It was answered by Baroness Goldie (Conservative) on Thursday, 28 April 2022 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


HMS Scott: Decommissioning

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what plans they have to replace HMS Scott when it ceases service in 2023.

Answer

The Multi-Role Ocean Surveillance Ship (MROS) programme will provide several capabilities, including those currently provided by HMS SCOTT.

Funding was provided for that programme in the Integrated Review as part of the uplift to the Royal Navy's shipbuilding pipeline; the nature of the shipping and systems that will deliver the capabilities are being developed, along with the timeline for implementation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL7901
Session
2021-22
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Decommissioning HMS Scott
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk