Written question asked by Baroness Goldie (Conservative) on Monday, 14 July 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 28 July 2025. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Thursday, 24 July 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Autonomous Weapons and Uncrewed Systems: Procurement

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government what progress they have made in procuring autonomous and unmanned platforms for the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy.

Answer

For the Royal Air Force, Protector and Storm Shroud are entering operational service this year.

For the Royal Navy, the Concept of Hybrid Carrier Air Wings continues to develop to greatly enhance the striking power of our carriers. Molloy T150 uncrewed rotary wing logistics support air systems have deployed as part of OP HIGHMAST. The Peregrine rotary wing system has also entered operational service in the Gulf. Development continues on uncrewed surface vessels and uncrewed underwater vehicles.

Further systems are under development or undergoing trials in a range of roles across both services. This will continue to be accelerated, with further workstreams through the Defence Investment Plan.

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Type: Written question
Reference: HL9396
Session: 2024-26
Subjects: Air force Procurement Navy Uncrewed systems Autonomous weapons
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

Autonomous Weapons and Uncrewed Systems: Procurement

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