Written questions

Unmanned Air Systems: National Security

Commons · Question 80817 · Tabled 10 Oct 2025 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 17 Oct 2025

Question

Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps his Department is taking to support the development of UK-made drone defence systems to protect critical national infrastructure.

Answer

Answered by Al Carns, 17 Oct 2025

The UK has procured advanced Counter-Uncrewed Aerial System (C-UAS) capabilities from UK manufacturers which continue to be developed in response to the changing threat. The MOD regularly engages with subject matter experts, including DASA, DSTL, and UK i...