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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With reference to the news story entitled UK Armed Forces salute 250 years of American independence with US celebrations, published on 18 May 2026, what assessment he has made of the risk of transiting to the Uni
A bespoke risk assessment was conducted to supplement the extant Hawk T1 Air System Safety Case. The associated risks are well understood and appropriately mitigated for the Atlantic crossing between the UK, Iceland, Greenland, Canada, and the USA.
With reference to the answer of 16 April 2026 to question 124255 on Navy: Uncrewed Systems, which autonomous systems have been a) developed and b) adopted via the Maritime Big Play programme.
Maritime Big Play is focussed on technology standards and solutions that will facilitate tri-lateral AUKUS interoperability of uncrewed systems. The intended outcome is the provision of clear recommendations to ensure that the nations are able to operate ...
Whether work to deliver the new prison places at HMP Liverpool 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...
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...
Whether work to deliver the new prison places at HMP Prescoed 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...
Whether a new contractor has been appointed to deliver the new prison places at HMP Prescoed.
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 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...
With reference to the news story entitled UK Armed Forces salute 250 years of American independence with US celebrations, published on 18 May 2026, how many Hawk T1 aircraft the Red Arrows will take to the United
The number of Hawk T1 aircraft transiting to the USA is currently expected to be between 10 and 12.
Innovation and Technology, with reference to her Department's policy paper entitled Replacing animals in science: A strategy to support the development, validation and uptake of alternative methods, published on
The Government is supporting the replacement of animal use in skin sensitisation and irritation testing through delivery of the Replacing Animals in Science strategy. Validated alternative methods are used wherever possible, with animal testing required w...
Whether work to deliver the expansion at HMP Erlestoke 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...
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.
Whether a new contractor has been appointed to deliver the expansion of HMP Erlestoke.
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...
The average length of time for an individual to qualify as a fast jet pilot since 2016.
Since 2016 the average length of time for an individual to complete their Phase 2 flying training within the UK Military Flying Training System and commence their front-line Operational Conversion Unit was 67 months. For trainee fast jet pilots who comple...
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 steps he has taken to equip Ministry of Defence Police with Live Facial Recognition vans.
The Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) does not possess its own Live Facial Recognition (FR) van for deployments. However, the MDP continues to collaborate with national policing partners, with ongoing discussions regarding access to regional Live FR vans a...
With reference to the fourth report of the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy (CP1338), published on 24 June 2025, what progress he has made on collaborating with Poland on air and missile defence.
In accordance with the fourth report of the Joint Committee on the National Security Strategy, we are prioritising collaboration and capability development with European allies, including Poland. The UK and Poland signed the Northolt Treaty on 27 May, a b...
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....
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.
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 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...