Every parliamentary written question tabled by Ben Obese-Jecty this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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What assessment he has made of the potential impact of Lockheed Martin shutting the F-35B production line once the USMC has completed its programme of record on the RAF Lightning Force.
Future procurement for F-35B aircraft will be outlined in the forthcoming Defence Investment Plan, which will consider known programme factors, including the expected closure of the F-35B production line.
What progress he has made on equipping Ministry of Defence sites with the a) CPM Wilson-Plus and b) CPM Watson-Plus drone jammers.
The Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) is required to maintain a set of core capabilities to support the Department. This includes Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS) and Counter Uncrewed Aerial System (C-UAS) capability. The MDP operates CPM Wilson and Watson dro...
How many a) CPM Wilson-Plus and b) CPM Watson-Plus drone jammers have been procured across his Department.
The Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) is required to maintain a set of core capabilities to support the Department. This includes Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS) and Counter Uncrewed Aerial System (C-UAS) capability. The MDP operates CPM Wilson and Watson dro...
How many aircraft now make up the composition of a frontline RAF fighter squadron.
A frontline Royal Air Force Combat Air squadron typically comprises 10 aircraft.
With reference to the answer of 20 April 2026 to question 125359 on Teledyne Marine: Navy, by when he plans to deliver Sentinel and Slocum gliders to the Royal Navy.
Sentinel and Slocum gliders are being delivered as part of the Royal Navy’s Future Maritime Data Gathering programme, with remaining deliveries expected in summer 2026.
With reference to his Department's press release entitled UK to contribute drones, jets and warship to Multinational Mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz, published on 12 May 2026, what is the operation codenam
For reasons of national security, I am not able to disclose specific details about the codename of the operation in question.
What discussions he has held with Cook Defence Systems on procuring new tracks for the Ajax fleet.
I am not aware of any discussions between the Ministry of Defence and Cook Defence Systems regarding the procurement of new tracks for the Ajax fleet. The original procurement of Ajax tracks was undertaken through General Dynamics Land Systems–UK (GDLS-UK...
What steps he is taking to reduce the time taken to fully qualify as a fast jet pilot.
Improvements are made continuously to the UK Military Flying Training System to ensure pipelines remain optimised to deliver world-class training to our next generation of aircrew. By integrating mixed reality into the training pipeline as part of Phase 1...
For what reason the shelf life of javelin anti-tank missiles was extended by 5 years following the review of Batch Testing Criticality Analysis.
The extension of the shelf life of Javelin missiles is a routine activity which preserves the value of the munitions stockpile.
What assessment he has made of the potential impact of equipping each Royal Artillery Regiment with RCH155 on their manning establishment.
Work is ongoing to determine the future force structures of Royal Artillery Regiments. This includes consideration of the personnel required to operate and sustain the RCH155 system.
What progress has he made with regards to (a) the design and embodiment of military modifications onto the Envoy IV fleet and (b) the certification of airworthiness under MAR, to enable the aircraft to be operate
The RAF Envoy IV continues to provide Command Support across a range of air mobility tasks. The MOD is considering several options to expand its future capability, including the incorporation of a number of military modifications to enable operations in n...
What progress has he made in transferring the Envoy IV fleet onto the Military Aircraft Register.
The RAF Envoy IV continues to provide Command Support across a range of air mobility tasks. The MOD is considering several options to expand its future capability, including the incorporation of a number of military modifications to enable operations in n...
With reference to the press releasee entitled DE&S helps Royal Air Force's newest aircraft fleet reach full-service capability, published by the National Armaments Director Group on 2 August 2022, what progress h
The RAF Envoy IV continues to provide Command Support across a range of air mobility tasks. The MOD is considering several options to expand its future capability, including the incorporation of a number of military modifications to enable operations in n...
With reference to his foreword in the 2025 Strategic Defence Review, what progress he has made on delivering land drone swarms.
The British Army and the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory are progressing a research and development project to deliver land drone swarming capabilities. Phase 1 completed in April 2026 and focused on developing a software defined swarm testbed, ...
With reference to the answer of 16 January 2025 to question 23535 on Hawk Aircraft, how many Hawk T1 aircraft have a percentage of fatigue index used above 80%.
As at 1 June 2026, 14 Hawk T1 have a fatigue index greater than 80%.
What assessment he has made of the adequacy of Boxer Tracked as a replacement for Warrior IFV.
The Department continues to monitor the market for potential future platforms; however, a tracked Boxer capability as a replacement for Warrior has not been formally assessed by the UK.
What is the doctrinal difference between Armoured Cavalry and Reconnaissance regiments.
Armoured Cavalry form part of the Reconnaissance regiments and deliver reconnaissance functions using armoured vehicles. They provide the same doctrinal output as other reconnaissance regiments, such as Light Cavalry, which conduct reconnaissance from lig...
How many Kraken drone boats the Royal Navy holds.
The Ministry of Defence continues to take delivery of Project BEEHIVE craft in line with the approved programme schedule. Of the 20 vessels on order, 18 have already been delivered, with the remaining craft expected shortly.
How many pilots are needed to qualify on (a) Typhoon and (b) F-35B Lightning each year.
I am withholding the information as its disclosure would be likely to prejudice the capability, effectiveness or security of the Armed Forces.
What are the current capability requirements for the potential new aircraft in the Advanced Jet Trainer programme.
Spending decisions on future capabilities will be published as part of the Defence Investment Plan.