Armed Forces: Innovation
Commons · Question 16903 · Tabled 8 Jul 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record
Answered 17 Jul 2026
Question
Asked by Jim Shannon
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has been made of the effectiveness of the adoption of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and drones in the armed forces.
Answer
Answered by Luke Pollard, 17 Jul 2026
The Strategic Defence Review (SDR) identifies a shift towards greater use of AI and autonomy as an immediate priority for Defence. It also highlights how lessons from Ukraine demonstrate that technological innovation is vital to stay ahead of our adversar...