Written question asked by Lord Blencathra (Conservative) on Friday, 9 January 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 23 January 2026. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Friday, 23 January 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Armed Forces: Firearms
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the difficulties posed by soldiers in the same platoon using different calibre weapons and ammunition.
- Answer
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All procurement projects look at interoperability as part of the scoping requirements. The British Army currently operates different calibre weapons within the platoon; this provides a tactical advantage in ensuring the correct weapon is available to meet requirements, whilst also balancing other factors such as logistic and human considerations.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- HL13409
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Ammunition Armed forces Firearms
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