James Cartlidge MP: written questions 2026

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Artillery: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 13 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 105259More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Department's press release entitled UK and Germany sign £52m contract for cutting-edge artillery, published on 28 December, when he expects RCH 155 to conclude its assessment phase.
Answer: The joint Assessment Phase, in collaboration with Germany, is expected to conclude in Quarter four of 2029. Similarly to Germany, the Department's aim is to commit to production on the common build standard as soon as possible, subject to receiving a cost...
Answered 21 Jan 2026
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Boxer Vehicles: ArtilleryMinistry of DefenceTabled 13 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 105258More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Department's press release entitled UK and Germany sign £52m contract for cutting-edge artillery, published on 28 December, when he expects for the UK to receive an Early Capability Demonstr
Answer: We expect the delivery of the Early Capability Demonstrator platform in Quarter two 2028.
Answered 21 Jan 2026
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National Armaments DirectorMinistry of DefenceTabled 13 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 105257More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, by what criteria will the success of the new National Armaments Director be assessed.
Answer: The performance of the National Armaments Director (NAD) will be assessed against a set of objectives which will be agreed and measured through appropriate governance. These objectives will align with their accountability to Parliament, with the intent se...
Answered 21 Jan 2026
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Veterans: Northern IrelandMinistry of DefenceTabled 13 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 105256More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 12 January to Question 103813 on Veterans: Northern Ireland, whether any of the universal protections will apply to alleged paramilitaries.
Answer: The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill introduces five protections that have been specifically designed for veterans. They will apply to all those required to give evidence to the Legacy Commission.
Answered 30 Jan 2026
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Veterans: Northern IrelandMinistry of DefenceTabled 13 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 105255More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 12 January to Question 103813 on Veterans: Northern Ireland, how many of the five protections will apply universally.
Answer: The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill introduces five protections that have been specifically designed for veterans. They will apply to all those required to give evidence to the Legacy Commission.
Answered 30 Jan 2026
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Veterans: Northern IrelandMinistry of DefenceTabled 13 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 105254More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 12 January to Question 103813 on Veterans: Northern Ireland, if he will specify which of the five protections will apply universally.
Answer: The Northern Ireland Troubles Bill introduces five protections that have been specifically designed for veterans. They will apply to all those required to give evidence to the Legacy Commission.
Answered 30 Jan 2026
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Ukraine: Peacekeeping OperationsMinistry of DefenceTabled 13 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 105216More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Declaration of Intent between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, The French Republic and Ukraine relating to the deployment of multinational forces in support of the d
Answer: The Secretary of State for Defence has regular engagement with Ukraine, France and other partners on Ukraine-related security in the event of a cessation of hostilities. This Government is committed to ensuring our Armed Forces remain ready to respond to ...
Answered 21 Jan 2026
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Ukraine: Defence EquipmentMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104851More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Declaration of Intent between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, The French Republic and Ukraine relating to the deployment of multinational forces in support of the d
Answer: The UK remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting Ukraine and leading the Coalition of the Willing. As part of our preparations, we have allocated £200 million to prepare the UK Armed Forces to deploy as part of the Multinational Force Ukraine (MNF...
Answered 19 Jan 2026
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Ukraine: Peacekeeping OperationsMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104850More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Declaration of Intent between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, The French Republic and Ukraine relating to the deployment of multinational forces in support of the d
Answer: Consistent with established Defence protocols, Reserve Forces will be considered for inclusion as operational requirements dictate. This approach ensures the necessary flexibility and resilience to fulfil our commitments effectively.
Answered 19 Jan 2026
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Ukraine: Peacekeeping OperationsMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104839More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Declaration of Intent between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, The French Republic and Ukraine relating to the deployment of multinational forces in support of the d
Answer: As reiterated by the Prime Minister, we have seen excellent progress in US-led negotiations in recent weeks. At the Coalition of the Willing meeting in Paris on 6 January, Leaders committed to work together to provide robust security guarantees and econom...
Answered 21 Jan 2026
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Defence: FinanceMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104838More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Declaration of Intent between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, The French Republic and Ukraine relating to the deployment of multinational forces in support of the d
Answer: The Government has committed to increase defence spending to 3% of GDP in the next Parliament, subject to fiscal and economic conditions, and will be considered at the next Spending Review in 2027. The commitment to spend 3.5% by 2035 will be reviewed by ...
Answered 15 Jan 2026
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Ministry of Defence: Written QuestionsMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104836More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when he plans to respond to Question 98518 on Uncrewed Systems: Procurement.
Answer: I will respond to the hon. Member shortly.
Answered 19 Jan 2026
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Ministry of Defence: Written QuestionsMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104835More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when he plans to respond to Question 98517 on Uncrewed Systems: Procurement.
Answer: I will respond to the hon. Member shortly.
Answered 19 Jan 2026
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Chinook Helicopters: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104833More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether the total estimated cost of the Chinook Extended Range programme has changed since 5 July 2024.
Answer: The total estimated cost of the Chinook Extended Range programme remains within the budgetary limit of £1.85 billion that was approved in June 2024.
Answered 15 Jan 2026
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Chinook Helicopters: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104832More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what is the total estimated cost of the Chinook Extended Range programme.
Answer: The total estimated cost of the Chinook Extended Range programme remains within the budgetary limit of £1.85 billion that was approved in June 2024.
Answered 15 Jan 2026
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Joint Expeditionary ForceMinistry of DefenceTabled 12 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104831More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when the next meeting of the JEF nations will take place.
Answer: JEF nations meet regularly in various formats. JEF Chiefs of Defence are meeting on 15 January 2025, and the next JEF Leaders’ Summit is scheduled for late March.
Answered 15 Jan 2026
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Ministry of Defence: Written QuestionsMinistry of DefenceTabled 9 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104518More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when he plans to respond to Question 98516 tabled by the hon. Member for South Suffolk on 9 December 2025.
Answer: I will respond to the hon. Member shortly.
Answered 19 Jan 2026
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Ministry of Defence: Written QuestionsMinistry of DefenceTabled 9 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104517More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when he plans to respond to Question 98515 tabled by the hon. Member for South Suffolk on 9 December 2025.
Answer: I will respond to the hon. Member shortly.
Answered 19 Jan 2026
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Ministry of Defence: Written QuestionsMinistry of DefenceTabled 9 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104516More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when he plans to respond to Question 98514 tabled by the hon. Member for South Suffolk on 9 December 2025.
Answer: I will respond to the hon. Member shortly.
Answered 19 Jan 2026
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Ministry of Defence: Written QuestionsMinistry of DefenceTabled 9 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104515More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when he plans to respond to Question 98512 tabled by the hon. Member for South Suffolk on 9 December 2025.
Answer: I will respond to the hon. Member shortly.
Answered 19 Jan 2026
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Ministry of Defence: Written QuestionsMinistry of DefenceTabled 9 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104514More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when he plans to respond to Question 97294 tabled by the hon. Member for South Suffolk on 4 December 2025.
Answer: The only costs currently anticipated are in terms of Ministry of Defence staff time. There is no current estimate of this cost.
Answered 26 Jan 2026
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Ministry of Defence: Written QuestionsMinistry of DefenceTabled 9 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104513More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when he plans to respond to Question 94244 tabled by the hon. Member for South Suffolk on 25 November 2025.
Answer: In 2024-25, Ministry of Defence spend on equipment was £24.92 billion, which is around 0.85% of GDP. This is an increase of over £2 billion from the equipment budget for 2023-24.While the current financial year is ongoing and work on the Defence Investmen...
Answered 2 Feb 2026
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Ministry of Defence: Written QuestionsMinistry of DefenceTabled 9 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104512More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when he plans to respond to Question 94230 tabled by the hon. Member for South Suffolk on 25 November 2025.
Answer: I will respond to the hon. Member shortly.
Answered 19 Jan 2026
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Ukraine: Peacekeeping OperationsMinistry of DefenceTabled 9 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104511More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Declaration of Intent between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, The French Republic and Ukraine relating to the deployment of multinational forces in support of the d
Answer: The Secretary of State for Defence has regular engagement with Ukraine, France and other partners on Ukraine-related security in the event of a cessation of hostilities. This Government is committed to ensuring our Armed Forces remain ready to respond to ...
Answered 19 Jan 2026
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Ukraine: Peacekeeping OperationsMinistry of DefenceTabled 9 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 104510More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Declaration of Intent between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, The French Republic and Ukraine relating to the deployment of multinational forces in support of the d
Answer: The Secretary of State for Defence has regular engagement with Ukraine, France and other partners on Ukraine-related security in the event of a cessation of hostilities. This Government is committed to ensuring our Armed Forces remain ready to respond to ...
Answered 19 Jan 2026
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