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Amphibious Warships

Commons · Question 8776 · Tabled 14 Oct 2024 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 22 Oct 2024

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Asked by Andrew Rosindell

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many Albion-class amphibious assault ships are (a) operationally available and (b) undergoing upgrades.

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Answered by Maria Eagle, 22 Oct 2024

I can confirm that since 2010, one Landing Platform Dock (LPD) ship has been held in extended readiness so that she can be regenerated if required. HMS Albion has taken HMS Bulwark’s position in extended readiness so that HMS Bulwark can undergo regenerat...