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.
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.
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, how many Typhoon jets will be
We do not routinely provide a breakdown of funding for specific capabilities linked to operational deployments.
With reference to the press release entitled UK to contribute drones, jets and warship to Multinational Mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz, published on 12 May 2026, whether that deployment will be funded by
The Chancellor has confirmed that she had approved access to the Special Reserve to deploy additional capabilities in the Middle East. This includes the £115 million UK contribution to Multinational Mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz announced in May....
How many Sky Mantis drones he has procured for the a) Army, b) Royal Navy, c) Royal Air Force and d) Ministry of Defence Police.
I hope the hon. Gentleman will understand that the provision of the specific details requested would be inappropriate, as disclosure would, or would be likely to prejudice the capability, effectiveness or security of any relevant forces.
What the scope is of the project to deliver new prison places at HMP Ford.
This Government has already delivered c.3,100 new places, as part of the biggest prison expansion programme since the Victorian era.We are no longer delivering at HMP Leyhill under the Category D Expansion Programme. Around 100 additional places are curre...
What is the projected cost to the Ministry of Defence of switching to sustainable aviation fuel.
It is taking time to collate the requested information. I will write to the hon. Member and place a copy of my letter in the Library of the House.
Whether a new contractor has been appointed to deliver the new prison places at HMP Liverpool.
This Government has already delivered c.3,100 new places, as part of the biggest prison expansion programme since the Victorian era.We are no longer delivering at HMP Leyhill under the Category D Expansion Programme. Around 100 additional places are curre...
Whether he has undertaken analysis of the limitations of Batch Testing Criticality Analysis testing on carriage hours for the Royal Air Force.
Subject matter experts within the Ministry of Defence and its industry partners who undertake Breakdown Test and Critical Analysis (BTCA) understand the limitations of the test methods used, and apply it appropriately where used to inform decisions on air...
What assessment he has made of the potential merits of establishing a joint secretariat to support trilateral AUKUS representatives.
The UK remains fully committed to “full steam ahead” on AUKUS, injecting pace, focus and significant investment to drive delivery, alongside the US and Australia. The House of Commons Defence Committee report on AUKUS sets out a recommendation to establis...
What the backlog is of fast jet pilots in the training pipeline.
As of 1 June 2026, there were 36 trainee fast jet pilots on a holdover between UK Military Flying Training System courses, and 12 trainee fast jet pilots who are waiting to commence their front-line Operational Conversion Unit.
With reference to the Answer of 28 April 2025 to Question 44679 on Ukraine: Defence, what progress he has made in (a) accelerating, (b) developing and (c) deepening (i) UK defence industrial capacity and capabili
Task Force HIRST has supported the development of a strong defence industrial partnership with Ukraine, helping to ensure Ukraine prevails and enhancing the UK's wider defence partnerships, including joint development and interoperability. It has driven n...
How many fast jet pilots have qualified in the (a) RAF and (b) Royal Navy in each year since 2016.
I am withholding the information requested as its disclosure would be likely to prejudice the capability, effectiveness or the security of the Armed Forces.
How many pilots are in the fast jet pilot training pipeline between Cranwell and being posted to frontline squadrons as fully qualified pilots.
As of 1 June 2026, there were 119 trainee fast jet pilots in the fast jet training pipeline between Royal Air Force (RAF) Cranwell and commencing a front-line Operational Conversion Unit.
What fast jet trainers are used to teach Royal Air Force pilots at the International Flight Training School at Decimomannu air base.
The Leonardo M-346 training aircraft is used to teach Royal Air Force pilots at the International Flight Training School (IFTS) at Decimomannu Air Base in Sardinia, Italy.
What the scope is of the project to deliver new prison places at HMP Standford Hill.
This Government has already delivered c.3,100 new places, as part of the biggest prison expansion programme since the Victorian era.We are no longer delivering at HMP Leyhill under the Category D Expansion Programme. Around 100 additional places are curre...
What is the lifespan of the Noctis-1 military satellite.
Noctis-1 is a ground-based telescope, which is designed to remain in service until the mid-2030s. There is scope for extension through future upgrades.
Does it remain the case that the 1st Battalion, the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, is still planned to be the first Boxer unit.
I am delighted that the 1st Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers has already received the Boxer Mechanised Infantry Vehicle and was the first Army unit to do so, in April 2026.
Whether work to deliver the new prison places at HMP Birmingham has recommenced since 20 September 2024.
This Government has already delivered c.3,100 new places, as part of the biggest prison expansion programme since the Victorian era.We are no longer delivering at HMP Leyhill under the Category D Expansion Programme. Around 100 additional places are curre...