HMS Protector
2026-06-29 · Ministry of Defence · 14524 · Official question
Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to paragraph 52 of the Defence Investment Plan, published on 30 June 2026, by when he plans to replace HMS Protector.
Answer
The Defence Investment Plan has allocated funding to replace HMS PROTECTOR but the exact timeline for this replacement is subject to further work. This will depend on the method of procurement which is yet to be decided.