Defence: Software
Commons · Question 963 · Tabled 13 May 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record
Answered 21 May 2026
Question
Asked by Luke Akehurst
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment his Department has made of the role of software firms in advancing defence research and development, compared to traditional prime defence contractors.
Answer
Answered by Luke Pollard, 21 May 2026
The Department recognises that software firms are increasingly vital to defence research and development, providing specialised expertise and innovation in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and data analytics. While traditional prime c...