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

Ajax Vehicles: Military ExercisesMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103528More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 5th January 2026 to question 100522 on General Dynamics, how many exercises took place using Ajax-family vehicles between 23 July 2026 and 05 November 2026.
Answer: I believe that the hon. Member is referring to 2025 not 2026. Therefore, I can confirm that three exercises involving Ajax vehicles took place between 23 July 2025 and 5 November 2025.
Answered 12 Jan 2026
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Ajax Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103526More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what role has former CGS General Sir Peter Wall played in a) delivery of the Ajax Programme by General Dynamics and b) the decision of General Dynamics to declare Initial Operating Capability on 23 July 2025.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to my response to Question 101921 on 7 January 2026. It would be inappropriate to comment on personnel from external organisations.
Answered 12 Jan 2026
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Greenland: Armed ForcesMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103525More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what a) UK and b) other NATO forces are currently deployed in Greenland.
Answer: The UK does not currently have forces deployed in Greenland. Denmark is responsible for the defence of Greenland and maintains a military presence. NATO has made clear that the Arctic region is a priority for Euro-Atlantic Security, which is why, alongsid...
Answered 14 Jan 2026
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Armoured Fighting Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103524More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has he made of the potential benefit of procuring the AMPV from BAE as a replacement for the FV430 Mk3 Bulldog.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave him to Question 102953 on 8 January 2026. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-05/102953
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Puma HelicoptersMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103523More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress has he made in disposing the 20 Puma helicopters no longer in service.
Answer: The remaining aircraft have been passed to the Defence Recycling and Disposal Team within Defence Equipment and Support, who are currently exploring disposal options.
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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CadetsMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103522More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, for what reason was the Short Service Limited Commission discontinued in 2007.
Answer: The Short Service Limited Commission had, by 2007, already been superseded by the Gap Year Commission. In mid‑2007, the Gap Year Commission was discontinued due to a shift in policy emphasis toward people programme measures judged to deliver wider recruit...
Answered 12 Jan 2026
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Armed Forces Foundation SchemeMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103521More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether those participating in the Armed Forces Foundation Scheme be able to deploy overseas in a) training exercises or b) operations.
Answer: The Armed Forces Foundation Year Scheme (‘Gap Year’) helps deliver on the Strategic Defence Review 2025’s recommendation that Defence must offer novel ways of entry into the Armed Forces that attract more people from a wider range of backgrounds; options ...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Armoured Fighting VehiclesMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103520More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has he made of the potential benefit of utilising the Ares vehicle as a direct replacement for the FV430 series Mk3 Bulldog.
Answer: The Army routinely assess which vehicles are best aligned to support specific capabilities. The Ares platform has a higher protection level and is more suitable to be employed in the direct battle, rather than in the close support role normally associated...
Answered 12 Jan 2026
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Armoured Fighting Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103519More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress has he made in identifying a tracked replacement for the FV430-series Mk3 Bulldog ahead of its out-of-service date of 2030.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave him to Question 102953 on 8 January 2026. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-05/102953
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Armed Forces Foundation SchemeMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103517More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what Phase 2 training and/or qualifications will those participating in the Armed Forces Foundation Scheme receive.
Answer: The Armed Forces Foundation Year Scheme (‘Gap Year’) helps deliver on the Strategic Defence Review 2025’s recommendation that Defence must offer novel ways of entry into the Armed Forces that attract more people from a wider range of backgrounds; options ...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Boxer Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103516More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the full delivery timeline for all RCH 155mm.
Answer: The Mobile Fires Platform Project which will deliver the Remote-Controlled Howitzer 155mm (RCH 155) Calibre Wheeled Artillery System intended to be mounted on Boxer, remains in its assessment phase and is subject to contract. It is therefore too early to ...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Ajax VehiclesMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102958More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the range of Ajax without refuelling.
Answer: Notwithstanding, the current reviews I can tell him that the operational range of the Ajax platform will be confirmed once the Capability Drop 4 build standard is reached, following Reliability Growth Trials.
Answered 2 Feb 2026
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Artillery: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102957More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many RCH155 does he plan to purchase in total.
Answer: The Mobile Fires Platform Project which will deliver the Remote-Controlled Howitzer 155mm (RCH 155) Calibre Wheeled Artillery System intended to be mounted on Boxer, remains in its assessment phase and is subject to contract. It is therefore too early to ...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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ArtilleryMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102956More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many (a) RCH155 and (b) Boxer-variants will each Royal Artillery regiment be equipped with.
Answer: The Mobile Fires Platform Project which will deliver the Remote-Controlled Howitzer 155mm (RCH 155) Calibre Wheeled Artillery System intended to be mounted on Boxer, remains in its assessment phase and is subject to contract. It is therefore too early to ...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Armed Forces: FirearmsMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102955More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the out-of-service date of the M60D machine gun.
Answer: The ramp mounted 7.62mm machine gun requirement has an Out of Service Date of 2040. This is currently fulfilled by the M60D.
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Challenger TanksMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102954More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what his plans are for the 140 Challenger 2 tanks not due to be upgraded to Challenger 3.
Answer: A decision on what will happen to the Challenger 2 platforms not being used as part of the Challenger 3 programme has not yet been taken.
Answered 8 Jan 2026
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Armoured Fighting Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102953More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress he has made in replacing the FV430 series Mk3 Bulldog.
Answer: The long-term replacement for the FV430 series Bulldog is being considered as part of the Heavy Protected Mobility sub-programme, within the Land Mobility Programme. The Heavy Protected Mobility sub-programme is in its Concept Phase and is currently evalu...
Answered 8 Jan 2026
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Ajax Vehicles: Health and SafetyMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102952More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Written Ministerial Statement on the Ajax Investigation HCWS1212, published on 18 December 2025, how much delay to the investigations will the suspension of Ajax trials cause.
Answer: Ongoing investigations into the safety of the Ajax platform remain on track.
Answered 8 Jan 2026
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Ajax Vehicles: Health and SafetyMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102951More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what was the total number of remedial tasks conducted by each unit receiving Ajax vehicles in order to make them usable on exercise as of 31 December 2025.
Answer: All Army vehicles and equipment are subject to before use and routine maintenance schedules to ensure serviceability. Where faults are identified, these are rectified as part of business as usual activity. Information relating to each remedial task carrie...
Answered 8 Jan 2026
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Army: Military IntelligenceMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102950More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has he made of the feasibility of replacing the Army’s formation reconnaissance capability via Project ASGARD.
Answer: Project ASGARD is not a replacement for the Army's formation reconnaissance capability; it enhances and improves it. It provides the digital backbone that links our reconnaissance and strike systems at machine speed. Formation reconnaissance remains essen...
Answered 8 Jan 2026
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Ajax Vehicles: Health and SafetyMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102949More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Written Ministerial Statement on the Ajax Investigation (HCWS1212), published on 18th December 2025, who are the independent group of experts supporting the investigation.
Answer: It would not be appropriate to comment on the individuals undertaking and supporting the ongoing investigations at this stage as to do so could prejudice the outcomes of the investigations. Their work is ongoing.
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Ajax Vehicles: Health and SafetyMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102948More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Written Ministerial Statement on the Ajax Investigation (HCWS1212), published on 18th December 2025, what are the 45 points of inspection each Ajax vehicle has undergone.
Answer: The 45-point check is a comprehensive inspection of the vehicle for serviceability, functionality and condition of systems and components. It focuses on a number of areas:· Vehicle usage data.· Track and running gear, including track tension.· Driver and ...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Armed Forces Foundation SchemeMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102947More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what rank those participating in the Armed Forces Foundation Scheme will hold in the a) Army, b) Royal Navy and c) Royal Air Force.
Answer: The Armed Forces Foundation Year Scheme (‘Gap Year’) helps deliver on the Strategic Defence Review 2025’s recommendation that Defence must offer novel ways of entry into the Armed Forces that attract more people from a wider range of backgrounds; options ...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Armed Forces Foundation SchemeMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102946More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what the projected cost of the Armed Forces Foundation Scheme is in (a) 2026-27, (b) 2027-28 and (c) 2028-29.
Answer: The Armed Forces Foundation Year Scheme (‘Gap Year’) helps deliver on the Strategic Defence Review 2025’s recommendation that Defence must offer novel ways of entry into the Armed Forces that attract more people from a wider range of backgrounds; options ...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Armed Forces Foundation SchemeMinistry of DefenceTabled 5 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 102945More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will publish the full scope of the Armed Forces Foundation Scheme for under-25s.
Answer: The Armed Forces Foundation Year Scheme (‘Gap Year’) helps deliver on the Strategic Defence Review 2025’s recommendation that Defence must offer novel ways of entry into the Armed Forces that attract more people from a wider range of backgrounds; options ...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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