Written questions

Global Combat Air Programme

2026-06-18 · Ministry of Defence · 11425 · Official question

James Cartlidge

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether HM Treasury has formally offered to take control of spending on the Global Combat Air Programme.

Answer

The Ministry of Defence is responsible for spending on the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), in accordance with HM Treasury approvals as is normal practice for a Category A programme, and ensures the highest standards of financial oversight and governan...