4 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedWith reference to the press release entitled Cutting-edge underwater tech for AUKUS forces to be developed through landmark partnership, published on 30 May 2026, how will the Royal Navy be able to integrate payl
ReplyThe AUKUS Pillar 2 signature project will enable the Royal Navy to integrate payloads from the United States and Australia through the development of interoperable systems for uncrewed underwater vehicles. The AUKUS partners will agree interface standards...
4 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedWith reference to the press release entitled Cutting-edge underwater tech for AUKUS forces to be developed through landmark partnership, published on 30 May 2026, what are the first capabilities expected to be in
ReplyThe first capabilities expected to be in service by 2027 will focus on rapidly deployable, interoperable payloads that deliver immediate operational benefit.
4 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedWhat the full mission-capable rate was of the UK F-35B Lightning Force in a) 2024 and b) 2025.
ReplyI am withholding the information requested as its disclosure would, or would be likely to, prejudice the capability, effectiveness or the security of the Armed Forces.
4 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedIf he will set out the (a) Royal Navy and (b) RAF's commitments to the European Carrier Group Interoperability Initiative.
ReplyAs a leading European Carrier Strike nation, the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force play a key role in the European Carrier Group Interoperability Initiative, contributing to multinational efforts that strengthen interoperability and enable more effective and...
4 Jun 2026·Department for Business and Trade·Answered
AskedPursuant to the Answer of 1 June 2026 to Question 3663 on Liquefied Natural Gas: Russia, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the general trade licences for refined oil and liquid nat
ReplyOn 20 May 2026, the UK introduced new sanctions to further target Russian revenues and degrade its ability to wage its illegal war in Ukraine. Alongside these measures, general trade licences for refined oil and liquid natural gas (LNG) were issued to ens...
4 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedPursuant to the Answer of 3 June 2026 to Question 5114 on Hawk Aircraft, if he will list the tail numbers of the Hawk T1 aircraft removed from the Military Aircraft Register since 16 January 2025.
ReplyXX159 and XX301 have been deregistered and retired from service.
4 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedWhat progress has he made in delivering a short take-off and landing, jet powered Autonomous Collaborative Platform capable of operating from a Queen Elizabeth Class carrier via Project VANQUISH.
ReplyProgress on Project VANQUISH is focused on feasibility, industry engagement, and option development ahead of any acquisition decisions. While investment decisions remain subject to the outcome of the Defence Investment Plan, the Royal Navy, working with i...
4 Jun 2026·Cabinet Office·Answered
AskedPursuant to the answer of 28 May 2026 to question 1021 on Emergencies: Planning, which ministers have attended the Contingency Planning Small Ministerial Group met since its inception.
ReplyI refer the Honourable Gentleman to the answer provided to PQ 1021.
3 Jun 2026·Department for Business and Trade·Answered
AskedPursuant to the Answer of 1 June 2026 to Question 3663 on Liquefied Natural Gas: Russia, by when date does he expect to introduce the next phase of the implementation of the restrictions.
ReplyThe ban on the maritime transportation of LNG under long-term contracts exceeding one year and signed before June 2025, is due to come into effect on 1 January 2027 in line with the timing of the EU’s ban on the same contracts.
3 Jun 2026·Ministry of Justice·Answered
AskedPursuant to the Answer of 29 May 2026 to Question 3026 on Men, what planning has taken place for the National Men and Boys Summit to date.
ReplyThe Prime Minister committed to holding a National Summit on Men and Boys in 2026 to bring together key sector partners and Government, to raise awareness and develop plans to tackle issues facing Men and Boys. He asked the Deputy Prime Minister to lead t...
3 Jun 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat assessment she has made of the potential impact of the current route of the A1 at Biggleswade and Sandy on the viability of the delivery of the proposed new town at Tempsford; and whether she has assessed
ReplyThe Department recognises that some prospective new town and growth locations have particularly complex interfaces with the Strategic Road Network (SRN). National Highways is working closely with relevant partners to consider the impacts on the SRN of all...
3 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedHow many sanctioned Russian Shadow Fleet vessels have transited through UK waters since 24 March 2026.
ReplyThe Ministry of Defence continually monitors all activity within UK waters. We will not provide details on the numbers of vessels or our decision-making process as this could compromise our ability to successfully take action against sanctioned ships, onl...
3 Jun 2026·Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office·Answered
AskedCommonwealth and Development Affairs, pursuant to the Answer of 2 June 2026 to Question 3899 on Diego Garcia: Military Bases, what progress he has made with the United States and with Mauritius on the way forward
ReplyI refer the Hon Member to the answer mentioned in his question. Future updates will be provided to the House in the normal way in due course.
3 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedBy when he plans to procure the GBU-53 StormBreaker Small Diameter Bomb II.
ReplyI refer the hon. Member to the Answer I gave him on 26 May 2026 to Question 2224. As the hon. Gentleman will understand I am withholding the date that this capability will be available as it would harm the capability, effectiveness, and security of the Ar...
3 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedWhat assessment has he made of the potential impact of reverting the order for 12 F-35As back to 12 F-35Bs on the public purse.
ReplyFuture procurement for F-35A aircraft will be outlined in the forthcoming Defence Investment Plan.
3 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedOn what date is HMS Iron Duke scheduled to retire.
ReplyI refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave to Question 112210 on 18 February 2026 to the hon. Member for South Suffolk.https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-02-10/112210
3 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedWhat is the full scope of the Resilient and Autonomous Artificial Intelligence Technologies Project Arrangement.
ReplyThe Resilient Autonomy and Artificial Intelligence Technologies Project Agreement (RAAIT PA) aims to accelerate and enhance the AUKUS partners’ ability to perform complex operations using Autonomous and Artificial Intelligence Systems and Technologies wit...
3 Jun 2026·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·Answered
AskedInnovation and Technology, with reference to the National Security Strategy 2025: Security for the British People in a Dangerous World, CP1338, published on 24 June 2025, what progress she has made in enhancing c
ReplyThe UK is pleased to collaborate with a number of international partners through bilateral and multilateral activity, including Canada. The UK and Canada share common values and are working together to promote the safe, secure and responsible development ...
3 Jun 2026·Ministry of Justice·Answered
AskedPursuant to the Answer of 29 May 2026 to Question 3026 on Men, if he will list the key sector partners he plans to invite to the National Summit on Men and Boys.
ReplyThe Prime Minister committed to holding a National Summit on Men and Boys in 2026 to bring together key sector partners and Government, to raise awareness and develop plans to tackle issues facing Men and Boys. He asked the Deputy Prime Minister to lead t...
3 Jun 2026·Ministry of Defence·Answered
AskedPursuant to the Answer of 2 June 2026 to Question 3447 on AUKUS: Artificial Intelligence, whether AI has been deployed on Royal Air Force P8 aircraft to date.
ReplyThe AI algorithms in question were developed trilaterally using expertise across all three AUKUS nations. The algorithms are planned to be flown on our P8 aircraft in the future. The UK are currently benefitting from access to data, insights and operation...