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Fleet Solid Support Ships: Procurement

Commons · Question 440 · Tabled 17 Jul 2024 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 22 Jul 2024

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Asked by Luke Akehurst

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of contractor delivery as part of the Fleet Solid Support Programme.

Answer

Answered by Maria Eagle, 22 Jul 2024

The prime contractor, Navantia UK, is contractually obligated to deliver the Fleet Solid Support ship manufacture contract. The Ministry of Defence is well engaged with Navantia UK and members of their supply chain to monitor the progress of all aspects o...