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Military Aircraft: Manufacturing Industries

Commons · Question 112351 · Tabled 10 Feb 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 5 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Ben Obese-Jecty

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what discussions has he held with his cabinet colleagues on retaining sovereign military helicopter manufacturing capability.

Answer

Answered by Luke Pollard, 5 Mar 2026

Cabinet colleagues engage in discussions about defence capabilities, which are supported by the Defence Industrial Strategy. This strategy highlights the Government's commitment to preserving sovereign capabilities, playing a crucial role in supporting jo...