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 Tanks: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 101931More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when is the demonstration phase trial of Challenger 3 due to be completed.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to my answer to Question 100127, which remains extant: Challenger 3 is currently undergoing demonstration phase trials to prove the performance of the tanks. Manufacturing will begin once the tank's performance is proven, rather th...
Answered 12 Jan 2026
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Warrior VehiclesMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 101928More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many Warrior armoured vehicles have been written off due to a) enemy action and b) accidents, since its introduction.
Answer: I am unable to release the data requested as to do so would, or would be likely to, prejudice the security and capability of our Armed Forces.
Answered 12 Jan 2026
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Armed Forces CommissionerMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 101927More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many applicants for the role of Armed Forces Commissioner have been interviewed as of 1 January 2026.
Answer: Five candidates have been interviewed for the role of the Armed Forces Commissioner to date. The recruitment follows the Governance Code on Public Appointments, which is designed to ensure the process is fair, open, and transparent. We are committed to ap...
Answered 12 Jan 2026
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Armoured Fighting Vehicles: DecommissioningMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 101925More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the out of service date of each Protected Mobility Vehicle platform included within the UK Armed Forces Land Equipment table.
Answer: The table below outlines the Out of Service dates for each of the Army’s Protected Mobility Vehicles based on current plans. Protected Mobility VehicleOut of Service DateJackall2030Coyote2030Mastiff2028Ridgeback2028Wolfhound2028Foxhound2030Panther2037Viki...
Answered 12 Jan 2026
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Armoured Fighting VehiclesMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 101922More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has he made of the potential merits of procuring the BAE CV90 as a replacement infantry fighting vehicle for Warrior.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave to Question 98364 on 17 December 2025, which remains extant: The Ministry of Defence continually assesses its current and planned capabilities to ensure that it is appropriately equipped to face any adversary. ...
Answered 7 Jan 2026
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Ajax Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 101921More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, on what date his Department was first informed a) informally and b) formally by General Dynamics that Initial Operating Capability for Ajax had been achieved.
Answer: Initial Operating Capability (IOC) for the Armoured Cavalry Programme (commonly known as Ajax) was announced on 5 November 2025 by the Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry. IOC was not declared by General Dynamics.
Answered 7 Jan 2026
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Ajax Vehicles: Health and SafetyMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 101920More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many noise and vibration injuries were sustained by personnel using Ajax vehicles between 23 July 2025 and Exercise Titan Storm.
Answer: The number of personnel with a recorded code for the relevant symptom has been provided. It should be noted that personnel who had a recorded symptom for noise or vibration may have had this on their health record prior to their first Ajax use. For any se...
Answered 17 Mar 2026
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Ajax Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 2 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 101919More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 18th December 2025, to question 100119 on Ajax Vehicles: Procurement, what discussions his Department has had with (a) General Dynamics, (b) the Senior Responsible Officer and (c) the Br
Answer: As the hon. Member is aware I have directed a Ministerial review that covers elements of his question. I will update the House in due course.
Answered 7 Jan 2026
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Chinook HelicoptersMinistry of DefenceTabled 18 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101531More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Ministry of Defence accounts 2024-25, what the retirement of Project Chinook and constructive losses of £129,469,000 relate to.
Answer: The figure of £129,469,000 recorded as constructive losses in the Ministry of Defence accounts for 2024-25 relates to the early retirement of 14 of the oldest Chinook aircraft and associated equipment announced in November 2024. This ageing equipment is b...
Answered 8 Jan 2026
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Military IntelligenceMinistry of DefenceTabled 18 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101530More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress he has made on delivering the Digital Targeting web.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I provided to Question 96241 on 10 December 2025. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2025-12-02/96241 The Department aims to deliver the first elements of the Digital Targeting Web, or...
Answered 5 Jan 2026
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Armoured Fighting Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 18 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101527More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 16 December 2025 to question 98882 on Armoured Fighting Vehicles: Procurement, what the £3,777,000 in constructive losses related to Project Rarden in the 2024-25 Ministry of Defence Acc
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer to his Question 98882 which remains extant. There has been no money spent or specific work carried out under Project Rarden in the last ten years, there is no further data prior to this date. Project Rarden is a legac...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Armoured Fighting Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 18 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101526More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 16 December 2025 to question 98882 on Armoured Fighting Vehicles: Procurement, how much funding has been allocated to Project Rarden in the defence budget in each year since 2000 includi
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer to his Question 98882 which remains extant. There has been no money spent or specific work carried out under Project Rarden in the last ten years, there is no further data prior to this date. Project Rarden is a legac...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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Veterans: VisasMinistry of DefenceTabled 17 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101187More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress he has made on waiving visa fees for the dependents of Commonwealth veterans.
Answer: This Government is committed to waiving visa fees for non-UK veterans, including Commonwealth citizens, who have served for four or more years, and their dependants. We are working closely with the Home Office to deliver this commitment.
Answered 5 Jan 2026
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ArmyMinistry of DefenceTabled 17 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101026More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 15 July 2025, to question 68113 on Army, what progress has he made in developing the next iteration of Project Asgard.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answers given to his questions 68113, 73577 and 79396 which remains extant and explains the current position for the Army’s project ASGARD.
Answered 8 Jan 2026
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Ukraine: Guided WeaponsMinistry of DefenceTabled 17 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101025More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many a) Raven and b) Gravehawk air defence systems have been provided for Ukraine.
Answer: 13 RAVEN air-defence systems have now been provided to Ukraine, giving Ukrainian units the ability to rapidly defend themselves against Russian aerial threats.Two prototype GRAVEHAWK air-defence systems have been delivered to Ukraine so far. Of the additi...
Answered 6 Jan 2026
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Guided WeaponsMinistry of DefenceTabled 17 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101024More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what are the capabilities of the Raven air defence system.
Answer: The Raven air defence system is a bespoke system developed for Ukraine, funded by the UK, that uses the RAF's AIM-132 ASRAAM air-to-air missile. Raven is primarily intended to defend against Russian drones, fixed wing aircraft and helicopters, with some c...
Answered 5 Jan 2026
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Guided WeaponsMinistry of DefenceTabled 17 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101023More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what are the capabilities of the Gravehawk air defence system.
Answer: The Gravehawk air defence system is a bespoke system developed for Ukraine, jointly funded by the UK and Denmark, that uses the Ukrainian R-73/AA-11 air-to-air missile. Gravehawk is primarily intended to defend against Russian drones, but will also offer ...
Answered 5 Jan 2026
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Challenger TanksMinistry of DefenceTabled 17 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101022More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what are the capability differences between Challenger 2 and Challenger 3.
Answer: The Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank will deliver a significant improvement in capability over its predecessor, the Challenger 2. Enhancements include a digitalised turret fitted with the latest 120mm smoothbore gun paired with the most lethal ammunition ava...
Answered 8 Jan 2026
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Armoured Fighting Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 17 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101021More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress has he made in procuring the Patria 6x6 armoured vehicle.
Answer: In December 2025, the UK joined the Common Armoured Vehicle System research and development programme, a multinational initiative with Finland, centred around the Patria 6x6 armoured vehicle. The programme is in the assessment phase.
Answered 8 Jan 2026
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Boxer Vehicles: WeaponsMinistry of DefenceTabled 17 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 101020More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has he made of the potential merits of procuring the RCT30 turret for the Boxer platform.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to Question 6805 on 4 October 2024 which confirms the British Army has conducted operational analysis, lethality and survivability studies, which includes analysing potential turreted options. The British Army w...
Answered 8 Jan 2026
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Submarines: DecommissioningMinistry of DefenceTabled 16 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 100759More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 16th December 2025, to question 98210 on Submarines: Decommissioning, what is the schedule for (a) defueling the 12 remaining decommissioned submarines and (b) dismantling all remaining
Answer: The twelve decommissioned, first generation Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR1) submarines awaiting defuel in Devonport will dock in a specialised, licensed dock in Devonport, following processes regulated by the Office for Nuclear Regulation. The used fuel ...
Answered 22 Dec 2025
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Submarines: DecommissioningMinistry of DefenceTabled 16 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 100758More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 16th December 2025, to question 98210 on Submarines: Decommissioning, what is the process for defueling decommissioned submarines.
Answer: The twelve decommissioned, first generation Pressurised Water Reactor (PWR1) submarines awaiting defuel in Devonport will dock in a specialised, licensed dock in Devonport, following processes regulated by the Office for Nuclear Regulation. The used fuel ...
Answered 22 Dec 2025
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Armed ForcesMinistry of DefenceTabled 16 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 100740More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Quarterly service personnel statistics: 1 October 2025, what assessment has he made of the cause of the decrease of personnel in the Full-Time Trained Strength (RN/RM & RAF) and Full-Time Tr
Answer: UK Regular Armed Forces intake is now greater than outflow at the Tri-Service level and strength remained stable over a rolling 12-month period. Published stats (1 October 2025) show that since 1 October 2024, the total number of UK Forces Personnel has i...
Answered 22 Dec 2025
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Armed Forces: Motor VehiclesMinistry of DefenceTabled 16 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 100739More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, by when will the first phase of the Light Mobility Vehicle Project be completed.
Answer: The Light Mobility Vehicle (LMV) sub programme is in its Concept Phase. On current plans, formal market engagement will commence in early 2026.
Answered 24 Dec 2025
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Artillery: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 16 Dec 2025AnsweredUIN 100635More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress has he made in procuring a new 155mm self-propelled howitzer for the Royal Artillery.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave on 12 November 2025 to Question 88294, which remains extant.
Answered 22 Dec 2025
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