James McMurdock MP: written questions
4 Jul 2026–16 Oct 2026 · year in progress
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Written questions
Armed Forces: YemenMinistry of DefenceTabled 11 Sept 2026AnsweredUIN 29333More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the statement entitled The United Kingdom strongly condemns the Houthis’ decision to resume conflict in Yemen and their continued strikes on Saudi Arabia: UK statement at the UN Security Council
Answer: The Houthis pose a significant threat to regional security and to the safe passage of international trade through the Red Sea. We condemn the Houthi attacks, and extend our sympathies to those affected by Houthi attacks, including civilians in Saudi Arabi...
Answered 21 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordUkraineMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25619More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference his Department's press release entitled UK takes command of multinational force for Ukraine, published on 24 July 2026, what recent assessment his Department has made of the availability of personn
Answer: Defence's planned commitments in relation to Ukraine and existing defence commitments have been properly resourced, deconflicted, and concurrency risks are continually reviewed. Any additional requirements arising from future commitments will be assessed ...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordUkraineMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25618More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference his Department's press release entitled UK takes command of multinational force for Ukraine, published on 24 July 2026, what recent assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of ass
Answer: Defence’s planned commitments in relation to Ukraine and existing defence commitments have been properly resourced, deconflicted, and concurrency risks are continually reviewed. Any additional requirements arising from future commitments will be assessed ...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordEstoniaMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25475More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Ministry of Defence press release entitled European security strengthened under landmark UK and Estonia agreement, published on 16 July 2026, what assessment has been made of the contributio
Answer: The UK-Estonia Defence Roadmap strengthens NATO's eastern border by deepening bilateral defence cooperation and enhancing NATO's deterrence and defence posture in Estonia. It modernises the UK's Forward Land Forces contribution to NATO through the transit...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordEstoniaMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25474More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Ministry of Defence press release entitled European security strengthened under landmark UK and Estonia agreement, published on 16 July 2026, what discussions have taken place with NATO alli
Answer: The UK and Estonia jointly wrote the Roadmap, and following signature have communicated the new FLF offer with NATO allies including France, who contribute to FLF Estonia.
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordEstoniaMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25473More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Ministry of Defence press release entitled European security strengthened under landmark UK and Estonia agreement, published on 16 July 2026, what performance measures will be used to assess
Answer: The UK and Estonia will continue to work closely to monitor the implementation of the UK-Estonia Defence Roadmap against the commitments agreed by both nations. Through bilateral policy engagement, officials meet regularly to assess progress against each ...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordEstoniaMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25472More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Ministry of Defence press release entitled European security strengthened under landmark UK and Estonia agreement, published on 16 July 2026, what assessment has been made of opportunities f
Answer: The UK-Estonia Defence Roadmap, signed in July 2026, commits the UK and Estonia to deepen cooperation across defence, industry, capability development and military innovation. The Roadmap also provides the opportunity for expanded cooperation on emerging ...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordEstoniaMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25471More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Ministry of Defence press release entitled European security strengthened under landmark UK and Estonia agreement, published on 16 July 2026, what discussions have taken place with UK defenc
Answer: The UK-Estonia Defence Roadmap, signed in July 2026, commits the UK and Estonia to deepen cooperation across defence, industry, capability development and military innovation. The Roadmap also provides the opportunity for expanded cooperation on emerging ...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordEstoniaMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25470More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Ministry of Defence press release entitled European security strengthened under landmark UK and Estonia agreement, published on 16 July 2026, what plans are in place to increase cooperation
Answer: The UK-Estonia Defence Roadmap, signed in July 2026, commits the UK and Estonia to deepen cooperation across defence, industry, capability development and military innovation. The Roadmap also provides the opportunity for expanded cooperation on emerging ...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordEstoniaMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25469More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Ministry of Defence press release entitled European security strengthened under landmark UK and Estonia agreement, published on 16 July 2026, what assessment has been made of the lessons fro
Answer: The UK continually assesses lessons from contemporary conflicts, including the war in Ukraine, to ensure our forces remain effective and credible. As set out in the UK-Estonia Defence Roadmap, the UK's Forward Land Forces presence in Estonia will transiti...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordEstoniaMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25468More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Ministry of Defence press release entitled European security strengthened under landmark UK and Estonia agreement, published on 16 July 2026, what assessment has been made of the potential i
Answer: The UK-Estonia Defence Roadmap will modernise the UK's Forward Land Forces presence in Estonia to strengthen the defence and deterrence of Estonia as part of NATO. The decision followed extensive analysis, including comprehensive joint wargaming, which sh...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
Original Parliament recordEstoniaMinistry of DefenceTabled 28 Aug 2026AnsweredUIN 25467More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Ministry of Defence press release entitled European security strengthened under landmark UK and Estonia agreement, published on 16 July 2026, what additional financial commitment the UK has
Answer: The UK-Estonia Defence Roadmap deepens cooperation across defence, industry, capability development and military innovation, and includes the transition of the UK's Forward Land Forces presence in Estonia to a Mobile Anti-Armour Force from April 2027. Act...
Answered 8 Sept 2026
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