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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Whether the Patria 6x6 CAVS variant procured by the Army will have amphibious capabilities.
The Army’s Heavy Protected Mobility Programme remains in its concept phase and is currently evaluating the Finnish led Common Armoured Vehicles System (CAVS) Programme’s Patria 6x6. As part of this, a breadth of capabilities will be considered, and on cur...
What the status is of the project to deliver new prison places at HMP Leyhill.
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 full scope of the project to deliver new prison places at HMP Leyhill.
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 assessment he has made of the potential merits of embedding Javelin anti-tank missiles at section level.
The optimal deployment of Javelin is subject to regular review including operational analysis wargaming, lessons from training and observations from live use. All of these consider its employment as part of a wider system of anti-tank systems.
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...
How much does the F-35B cost per flying hour.
I am withholding the information requested as its release would prejudice commercial interests.
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...
What progress he has made on preparing reserve forces to protect critical national infrastructure.
On Strategic Defence Review recommendation 27, the MOD is developing options for the protection of critical national infrastructure in the event of crisis or conflict, including exploring the development of a new force that is modelled on the Reserves and...
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 ...
What assessment has he made of the adequacy of the availability of sustainable aviation fuel during operational deployments.
The availability of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for operational deployments varies, dependent on geographical location. Defence procurement of SAF in the UK is in accordance with the UK aviation SAF Mandate (currently 3.6 %). This mandate does not app...
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.
Media and Sport, whether legislation prevents the depiction of firearms being fired by service personnel in television advertising for the armed forces.
Advertising on television is co-regulated by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) and Ofcom, independently of the Government. The Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice (BCAP), an organisation independent of government and a sister organisation ...
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%.
How many RAF/RN F-35B aircraft were deployed on Exercise Dynamic Mongoose 2026.
The United Kingdom participated in NATO’s anti-submarine warfare exercise Dynamic Mongoose in May of this year, conducted in the Norwegian Sea. This activity fell within the scope of HMS Prince of Wales’ Firecrest deployment. No UK F-35 aircraft were depl...
Whether participation in Exercise Dynamic Mongoose 2026 falls within the scope of Operation Firecrest.
The United Kingdom participated in NATO’s anti-submarine warfare exercise Dynamic Mongoose in May of this year, conducted in the Norwegian Sea. This activity fell within the scope of HMS Prince of Wales’ Firecrest deployment. No UK F-35 aircraft were depl...
What progress he has made on the development of Ajax 2.
The Department is working on a phased approach to delivering an improved Ajax vehicle. The first phase will restart trials using the current version of Ajax, with a limited number of vehicles operated under tightly controlled conditions and maintenance re...
Communities and Local Government, whether he is taking legislative steps to help improve alignment between Section 66(3)(c) of the Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 and Section 21(1)(d) of the Grea
Police governance in London is different to that of areas outside London; in that the Mayor of London is not a Police and Crime Commissioner and has bespoke arrangements governing their oversight of the Metropolitan Police. Disqualification criteria for t...
Innovation and Technology, what progress has she made in adopting the sovereign Satellite Based Augmentation System (UK SBAS).
Following the trial of a UK Satellite Based Augmentation System (SBAS), the Government is assessing options for access to an SBAS, including the European Geostationary Navigation Overlay System (EGNOS). DfT are reviewing the case and viability of rejoinin...
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 eye irritation through delivery of the Replacing Animals in Science strategy. Validated alternative methods are available and used wherever possible, with animal testing required where sufficie...