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Written question asked by Lord West of Spithead (Labour) on Wednesday, 21 June 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 5 July 2023. It was answered by Baroness Goldie (Conservative) on Wednesday, 5 July 2023 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Warships: Procurement

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the reply by Baroness Goldie on 20 June (HL Deb col 100), whether the Ministry of Defence will raise with the Treasury the case for having a multi-year rolling programme of warship orders.

Answer

The Royal Navy (RN) has ambitious plans to ensure its fleet remains modern and capable of dealing with evolving threats. Regular discussions take place between the RN, the Ministry of Defence and His Majesty's Treasury to ensure this is funded in a way that provides value for money for taxpayers and the best capability for the RN.

The National Shipbuilding Strategy Refresh, published on 10 March 2022, sets out the ambition for the pipeline of more than 150 new naval and civil vessels for the UK Government and Devolved Administrations over the next 30 years.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL8706
Session
2022-23
Related items
Subjects
Procurement Warships
Link
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