Written question asked by Baroness Coffey (Conservative) on Wednesday, 16 September 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 30 September 2026. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Wednesday, 23 September 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Defence Safety Authority: Accountability
- Question
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To ask His Majesty's Government whether they have updated the charter for the Defence Safety Authority regarding reporting lines to account for there not being a Second Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Defence; and, if so, how.
- Answer
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The Defence Safety Authority (DSA) Charter, signed 15 May 2023, remains extant. As described in the Charter document itself, it is scheduled for review at least every five years and the Secretary of State also retains the ability to amend the Charter at any time.
Secondary information
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- Reference
- HL3610
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Accountability Ministry of Defence Permanent secretaries Defence Safety Authority
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