Ben Obese-Jecty MP: written questions

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4 Jul 2025–3 Jul 2026. One record per UIN and tabled date; the named department is not a measure of answer quality.

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4 Jul 2025–3 Jul 2026. One record per UIN and tabled date; the named department is not a measure of answer quality. Published records do not measure effort or effectiveness. Methodology.

Department or topic	Published records
Attorney General	12
Cabinet Office	109
Department for Business and Trade	60
Department for Culture, Media and Sport	28
Department for Education	58
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero	45
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs	53
Department for Science, Innovation and Technology	137
Department for Transport	93
Department for Work and Pensions	13
Department of Health and Social Care	87
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office	124
Home Office	313
Ministry of Defence	2023
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government	61
Ministry of Justice	178
Northern Ireland Office	2
Treasury	56

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Written questions

Challenger TanksMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 113354More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the total planned number of tanks to be upgraded to Challenger 3.
Answer: 148 Challenger 2 Main Battle Tanks are being upgraded to the Challenger 3 standard. All 148 are for the Royal Armoured Corps.
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Military Intelligence: Digital TechnologyMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 113336More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 12 February 2026 to Question 110953 on Military Intelligence: Digital Technology, when does he expect the SCC to be fully operational.
Answer: Secret Community Cloud capability will continue to be delivered on a phased basis, with Full Operating Capability expected in Autumn 2026.
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Ajax Vehicles: ModernisationMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 113335More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 11 February 2026 to question 110522 on Ajax Vehicles: Modernisation, when he expects the Ajax-family vehicles due to reach Drop 3 standard by October 2028 reach Drop 4 standard.
Answer: All 589 Ajax family vehicles will reach Capability Drop 4 by September 2029 as contracted, subject to reviews that are ongoing.
Answered 24 Feb 2026
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Ajax Vehicles: ModernisationMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 113334More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 11 February 2026 to question 110522 on Ajax Vehicles: Modernisation, by when will those Ajax-family vehicles due to reach Drop 3 standard by October 2028 will reach Drop 4 standard.
Answer: All 589 Ajax family vehicles will reach Capability Drop 4 by September 2029 as contracted, subject to reviews that are ongoing.
Answered 24 Feb 2026
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Ukraine: Military AidMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 113296More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the press release entitled UK announces urgent new air defence package for Ukraine worth over half a billion pounds, published on 12 February 2026, what calibre are the 200,000 rounds of artille
Answer: The calibre of this artillery ammunition cannot be detailed due to operational sensitives.
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Ukraine: Military AidMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 113295More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the press release entitled UK announces urgent new air defence package for Ukraine worth over half a billion pounds, published on 12 February 2026, what is the a) total value of the package anno
Answer: The total value of the air defence package announced by the Defence Secretary at the most recent Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting, is £540 million. This is funded through the UK’s annual commitment of military aid to Ukraine and Ukrainian funding und...
Answered 29 Apr 2026
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MOD ChicksandsMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 113294More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 12 February 2026 to question 111273 on Military Bases: Sales, what his planned timetable is for a decision on the disposal of JITG Chicksands.
Answer: The decision has already been taken to dispose of Ministry of Defence Chicksands when it becomes surplus to military requirement, as announced by the previous administration in December 2023.
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Electronic Warfare: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 113293More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 12 February 2026 to question 110957 on Electronic Warfare: Procurement, by when will the delivery phase of Project Goldweed be completed.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I provided on 12 February 2026 to Question 110957. As I hope the hon. Member will understand, due to operational and commercial sensitivities I am unable to provide any further detail on Project Goldweed.
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Electronic Warfare: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 113292More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 12 February 2026 to question 110957 on Electronic Warfare: Procurement, whether Project Goldweed is an electronic warfare procurement project.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I provided on 12 February 2026 to Question 110957. As I hope the hon. Member will understand, due to operational and commercial sensitivities I am unable to provide any further detail on Project Goldweed.
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Guided Weapons: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112841More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has he made of the potential impact of procuring the Nightfall missile on the UK's precision fires capability.
Answer: The new ballistic missiles developed under Project Nightfall are intended to provide Ukraine with a long range-capability to counter Russian aggression as rapidly as possible. Decisions on the UK's precision strike capabilities will be prioritised appropr...
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Armed Forces: Artificial IntelligenceMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112840More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will set out how the Dismounted Data System will speed up battlefield decision-making using AI.
Answer: The Dismounted Data System (DDS) delivers reconnaissance and intelligence data to troops far faster than legacy systems, giving commanders quicker and more accurate information.It provides realtime clarity on friendly and enemy positions, reducing misiden...
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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NATO: Armed ForcesMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112838More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has he made of the potential impact of all central commands being led by the United States on NATO operations.
Answer: While the US will now command all of the Theatre Component Commands (TCC), the UK and other European allies will hold the respective Deputy Commander positions on rotation. This will give the UK insight and influence at these central commands. By focusing...
Answered 27 Feb 2026
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NATO: Armed ForcesMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112835More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the UK taking command of Joint Force Command Norfolk on the UK's role as lead nation within the Joint Expeditionary Force.
Answer: The UK taking command of Joint Force Command (JFC) Norfolk will not impact the UK’s role as Framework Nation within the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF).
Answered 27 Feb 2026
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NATO: NavyMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112789More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has he made of the potential impact on UK naval priorities of losing NATO’s Marcom central maritime command appointment.
Answer: The UK’s commitment to NATO is unshakeable and we continue to reinforce our role as the leading European nation in the alliance.
Answered 10 Mar 2026
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Rifles: DecommissioningMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112713More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what plans he has to dispose of the SA80 family of weapons after they are replaced by a new individual weapon via Project Grayburn.
Answer: Project GRAYBURN is currently in the concept phase with the aim of identifying and understanding requirements. As part of this phase, a disposal plan is under consideration. Due to the current phase of the project and commercial sensitivities, I am unable...
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Uncrewed Systems: HelicoptersMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112712More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of procuring the Leonardo Proteus helicopter.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the response to Question 101435 provided on 8 January 2026.
Answered 27 Feb 2026
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Armed Forces: FirearmsMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112711More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of utilising the M134 minigun in a ground-based counter-Unmanned Aircraft System role.
Answer: The British Army continues to revolutionise its fighting capabilities, improving their range, persistence, precision and mass. The ability of our Armed Forces to counter the threat of highly developed uncrewed air systems is of vital importance, as is lea...
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Norway: Type 26 FrigatesMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112710More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, which Type 26 frigates are scheduled to be allocated to the Royal Norwegian Navy.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the response to Question 108598 provided on 4 February 2026. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-27/108598
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Challenger Tanks: ExportsMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112709More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 28 January 2026 to Question 107227 on Challenger Tanks: Exports, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the Main Ground Combat System project on Challenger 3 exports.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave him on 28 January 2026 to Question 107227 which remains extant. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-20/107227
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Quantum TechnologyMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112708More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress his Department has made in developing a quantum illumination capability.
Answer: Defence quantum experts within Defence Science and Technology (DST), the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), and Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) work closely with our international allies and partners in wider Government, industry and aca...
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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Artillery: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112707More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 10 February 2026 to question 110161 on Artillery: Procurement, how the a) common design baseline and b) technical specification for the UK and Germany differs from the version of RCH155
Answer: Both Germany and the UK have agreed to a minor baseline modification to ensure the platform meets a common standard that satisfies each nation’s requirements. Following this, each nation will integrate its own national communications systems and secondary...
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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MarinesMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112706More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what the trained strength is of the Royal Marines.
Answer: The latest statistics concerning UK Service personnel, including the trained strength of the Royal Marines, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/quarterly-service-personnel-statistics-2025
Answered 26 Feb 2026
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HMS VenturerMinistry of DefenceTabled 10 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112352More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the in-service date of HMS Venturer.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave on 4 February 2026 to the hon. Member for Rayleigh and Wickford (Mark Francois) to Question 108597.
Answered 18 Feb 2026
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Military Aircraft: Manufacturing IndustriesMinistry of DefenceTabled 10 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112351More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what discussions has he held with his cabinet colleagues on retaining sovereign military helicopter manufacturing capability.
Answer: Cabinet colleagues engage in discussions about defence capabilities, which are supported by the Defence Industrial Strategy. This strategy highlights the Government's commitment to preserving sovereign capabilities, playing a crucial role in supporting jo...
Answered 5 Mar 2026
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Ajax Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 10 Feb 2026AnsweredUIN 112350More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the minimum operationally deployable capability drop standard for the Ajax-family of vehicles.
Answer: Capability Drop 3 is the minimum operationally deployable capability drop, with deployability being subject to decisions based on the safety reviews.
Answered 18 Feb 2026
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