Type 26 Frigates: Norway
Commons · Question 73879 · Tabled 1 Sep 2025 · Scotland Office · Official record
Answered 9 Sep 2025
Question
Asked by Scott Arthur
To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what discussions he had with the Royal Norwegian Navy before it announced its decision to procure 5 Type 26 frigates from the UK.
Answer
Answered by Kirsty McNeill, 9 Sep 2025
Norway's decision to choose Scottish-built Type 26 frigates demonstrates the success of our shipbuilding industry and the world-class skills and expertise of the workforce on the Clyde. This is the defence dividend in action for Scotland.The Scotland Offi...