Marines: Women
Commons · Question 84179 · Tabled 22 Oct 2025 · Ministry of Defence · Official record
Answered 29 Oct 2025
Question
Asked by Jim Shannon
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he his taking to encourage more women to become commandos.
Answer
Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones, 29 Oct 2025
The Royal Navy (RN) is actively working to encourage more women to pursue careers as Commandos. Female Royal Marine/Commando candidates benefit from tailored support, including mentorship from women who have been through the Commando process. Those in the...