Written questions

Warships: Guided Weapons

2026-06-30 · Ministry of Defence · 14909 · Official question

James Cartlidge

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many missiles will be carried on a single Common Combat Vessel.

Answer

The Royal Navy will determine the weapons fit and payload capacity of the Common Combat Vessel as the programme progresses through its concept and assessment phases. The role, configuration and armament of the Common Combat Vessel will be considered in th...