Defence: Procurement
Lords · Question HL13161 · Tabled 18 Dec 2025 · Ministry of Defence · Official record
Answered 6 Jan 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Cromwell
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the need (1) to raise awareness of, and (2) to encourage requests by Field Army units for, the rapid trial of small batches of SME-delivered, battlefield-tested equipment through MoD Commer
Answer
Answered by Lord Coaker, 6 Jan 2026
It is vital we utilise defence as an engine for innovation and growth including investing in novel technologies. With further investment from this Government, innovation will thrive in every region and nation of the United Kingdom.Drones, including unmann...