Military Bases
Commons · Question 2832 · 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 Government authorisation is required for refuelling, staging, maintenance, intelligence support and overflight, in addition to aircraft launching from UK territory.
Answer
Answered by Al Carns, 27 May 2026
Permissions to utilise UK military bases are considered on a case-by-case basis and the decision to grant permission is dependent on the nature and purpose of their activity. This includes consideration of the applicable legal and policy frameworks.