Written questions

USA: Military Bases

Commons · Question 2831 · Tabled 19 May 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 27 May 2026

Question

Asked by Kim Johnson

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he reviews target-level information before approving United States missions supported from UK bases.

Answer

Answered by Al Carns, 27 May 2026

As announced by the Prime Minister on 1 March 2026, the Government agreed to a US request to use UK bases for specific and limited defensive purposes against facilities in Iran which are involved in launching strikes at regional allies. All UK support to ...