Written question asked by Lord Taylor of Warwick (Non-affiliated) on Thursday, 20 March 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 3 April 2025. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Tuesday, 1 April 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Unmanned Marine Systems: Minesweepers
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of autonomous maritime mine-hunting vessels; and what plans they have to use similar technology to patrol the English Channel.
- Answer
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The Royal Navy has been using a range of unmanned underwater vehicles to detect sea mines since 2005 and is investing in several autonomous mine-hunting capabilities. The Royal Navy does not routinely comment on future operational plans due to operational security reasons.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- HL6015
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- English Channel Minesweepers Unmanned marine systems
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- 2025-09-05 20:07:08 +0100
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