James Cartlidge MP: written questions
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Chinook Helicopters: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 24 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47749More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the Chinook Capability Sustainment Programme.
Answer: The first tranche of the Chinook Capability Sustainment programme to deliver 14 new build heavy assault Chinook helicopters remains on course to deliver Initial Operating Capability in May 2029 and Full Operating Capability in October 2030. Following Mini...
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordGuided Weapons: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 24 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47748More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the Brimstone 3 programme.
Answer: Brimstone 3 remains in the Demonstration and Manufacture phase. The first safe separation firing from the Typhoon aircraft is expected to occur in summer 2025, prior to the weapons system being fielded on Protector in Quarter four 2025 and Typhoon in Quar...
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordA400M Aircraft: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 24 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47747More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the A400M programme.
Answer: The delivery of all 22 A400M Atlas airframes is now complete and they are in frontline service. In co-ordination with the National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority, the A400M Programme off-boarded from the Government Major Projects Port...
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordArmed Forces: RecruitmentMinistry of DefenceTabled 24 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47746More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the Armed Forces Recruiting Programme.
Answer: The Armed Forces Recruiting Service contract with Serco commenced on 1 April 2025, with full unification of recruitment being implemented by October 2027, replacing separate schemes for the Royal Navy, Army, and RAF. This will create a streamlined, access...
Answered 1 May 2025
Original Parliament recordF-35 Aircraft: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 24 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47745More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the Lightning Programme.
Answer: The declaration of Full Operating Capability for the first procurement phase is scheduled to occur no later than 31 December 2025, with graduation as a Government Major Projects Portfolio programme by 31 March 2026. The first procurement phase of 48 aircr...
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordFuture Combat Air SystemMinistry of DefenceTabled 24 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47744More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the Future Combat Air System programme.
Answer: Progress continues to be made on the Future Combat Air System (FCAS). The core platform, that will sit at its heart, is being delivered through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP).The GCAP International Government Organisation (GIGO) to oversee deliver...
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordMinistry of Defence: Written QuestionsMinistry of DefenceTabled 24 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47743More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 18 March to Question 36721 on Ministry of Defence: Written Questions, when he plans to respond to Question 26308 on Army and Marines: Training, tabled on 24 January.
Answer: I responded to the hon. Member on 28 April 2025.
Answered 29 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordMinistry of Defence: ICTMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47295More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the New Style of Information Technology Deployed Programme.
Answer: The programme achieved Acceptance into Service, and declaration of Initial Operating Capability (IOC) in the Land Environment in March 2024. In the last 12 months the programme has released an updated Operational Network (OpNET) capability with significan...
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordGuided Weapons: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47294More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the Sea Venom Programme.
Answer: The first successful guided firing of Sea Venom took place at the Aberporth range in Wales in October 2024, marking a significant milestone in the integration of Sea Venom onto Wildcat. Initial Operating Capability is on schedule to be declared by June, a...
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordCruise Missiles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47293More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the Spearcap 3 Programme.
Answer: The SPEAR Cap 3 programme remains in the Demonstration and Manufacture phase. The first SPEAR 3 Guided Firing took place missile from a BAE Systems-operated Typhoon in October 2024 at a test range in Sweden. Plans for the subsequent Guided Firing trials a...
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordTorpedoes: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47292More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the Spearfish Upgrade Programme.
Answer: The Ministry of Defence has made significant progress in implementing the Spearfish Upgrade Programme, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of the Spearfish torpedo system to meet evolving defence requirements. The integration of the Spearfish Mod 1 tor...
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordSubmarines: DecommissioningMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47291More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the Submarine Dismantling Project.
Answer: The Submarine Dismantling Project remains on track for the demonstrator submarine, SWIFTSURE, to be fully dismantled by the end of 2026.
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordDevonport Dockyard: Repairs and MaintenanceMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47290More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the Submarine Waterfront Infrastructure Future programme.
Answer: The Submarine Waterfront Infrastructure Future (SWIF) programme will deliver substantial infrastructure upgrades at HM Naval Base Devonport, as part of a wider significant investment programme to restore capacity and resilience to support the maintenance ...
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordAUKUSMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47289More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent progress his Department has made on implementing the Submersible Ship Nuclear AUKUS programme.
Answer: The SSN-AUKUS programme is approximately 18 months into the Detailed Design and Long Lead (D2L2) phase, with contracts totalling around £4 billion having been placed in October 2023. Infrastructure improvements are also being made at BAE Systems’ shipyard...
Answered 30 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordEuropean Union: Military AlliancesMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47288More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the proposed Security Pact with the European Union on UK operational independence.
Answer: The Government has been clear about our commitment to negotiate an ambitious Security and Defence Partnership with the EU to strengthen European security and reinforce NATO. Talks are ongoing, and no agreements have been reached. I hope the hon. Member wi...
Answered 28 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordEuropean Union: Military AlliancesMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47287More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the proposed Security Pact with the European Union on UK Defence policy.
Answer: The Government has been clear about our commitment to negotiate an ambitious Security and Defence Partnership with the EU to strengthen European security and reinforce NATO. Talks are ongoing, and no agreements have been reached. I hope the hon. Member wi...
Answered 28 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordEuropean Union: Military AlliancesTreasuryTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47286More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment she has made of the potential financial implications of the proposed Security Pact with the European Union.
Answer: We are ready to negotiate a Security and Defence Partnership agreement with the EU. This should build on the EU’s existing partnership agreements with other third countries, while recognising the unique nature of our security relationship. We are also rea...
Answered 1 May 2025
Original Parliament recordEuropean Union: Military AlliancesMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47285More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the proposed Security Pact with the European Union on existing UK defence programmes.
Answer: The Government has been clear about our commitment to negotiate an ambitious Security and Defence Partnership with the EU to strengthen European security and reinforce NATO. Talks are ongoing, and no agreements have been reached. I hope the hon. Member wi...
Answered 28 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordEuropean Union: Military AlliancesMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47284More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the proposed Security Pact with the European Union on AUKUS.
Answer: The Government has been clear about our commitment to negotiate an ambitious Security and Defence Partnership with the EU to strengthen European security and reinforce NATO. Talks are ongoing, and no agreements have been reached. I hope the hon. Member wi...
Answered 28 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordEuropean Union: Military AlliancesMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47283More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the proposed Security Pact with the European Union on existing intelligence sharing structures.
Answer: The Government has been clear about our commitment to negotiate an ambitious Security and Defence Partnership with the EU to strengthen European security and reinforce NATO. Talks are ongoing, and no agreements have been reached. I hope the hon. Member wi...
Answered 28 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordEuropean Union: Military AlliancesMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47282More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the proposed Security Pact with the European Union on NATO.
Answer: The Government has been clear about our commitment to negotiate an ambitious Security and Defence Partnership with the EU to strengthen European security and reinforce NATO. Talks are ongoing, and no agreements have been reached. I hope the hon. Member wi...
Answered 28 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordArtillery: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47281More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 1 April to Question 43149 on Artillery: Procurement, if he will confirm that (a) no decision has been taken on the procurement of 15 MLRS and 1 RRV and (b) any decision will not be made
Answer: We are currently undertaking a Strategic Defence Review which is looking at the threats we face and the capabilities we need to meet the challenges, threats and opportunities of the 21st century. No final decision has yet been taken on the procurement of ...
Answered 29 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordDefence: ReformMinistry of DefenceTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47280More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 15 April to Question 43574 on Defence: Reform, if he will set out the terms of reference for the Quad.
Answer: The "Quad" refers to the Permanent Under Secretary, the Chief of Defence Staff, the National Armaments Director and Chief of Defence Nuclear. Each have clear and distinct accountabilities, and together are responsible for the Department's outcom...
Answered 28 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordEmployers' Contributions: VeteransTreasuryTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47279More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what the cost to the public purse has been of the National Insurance holiday for the employers of veterans in each financial year since the introduction of that policy.
Answer: HMRC publishes estimates for the National Insurance contributions relief for veterans annually which are available here: https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/main-tax-expenditures-and-structural-reliefs
Answered 28 Apr 2025
Original Parliament recordSustainable Farming IncentiveDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled 23 Apr 2025AnsweredUIN 47278More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether he has taken the cropping year into consideration when making arrangements to launch the updated Sustainable Farming Incentive.
Answer: Defra will be working closely with farmers and industry stakeholders to design a future Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) offer that fairly and responsibly directs funding. This future SFI offer will build on what has made SFI effective so far. Further ...
Answered 6 May 2025
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