Written questions

Unmanned Air Systems: Ammunition

Lords · Question HL15503 · Tabled 12 Mar 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 26 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by The Earl of Minto

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the current level of unmanned aerial systems is lower than that as of 1 January 2024; and if so, what is the timescale for the replenishment of munitions stockpiles to that level.

Answer

Answered by Lord Coaker, 26 Mar 2026

The Ministry of Defence has had delivery of over 7,900 uncrewed systems since July 2024. Due to operational security considerations, it is important to guard against the threat of adversary data aggregation regarding the specific detailed breakdown of UK ...