Written questions

Guided Weapons: Procurement

Lords · Question HL1923 · Tabled 9 Jul 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 21 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by The Earl of Minto

To ask His Majesty's Government, following the recent decision to acquire the Precision Strike Missile from an American-based missile programme, what further defence procurement orders are to be placed with non-UK suppliers.

Answer

Answered by Lord Coaker, 21 Jul 2026

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) does not hold specific information on future defence procurement orders with non-UK suppliers, as procurement decisions are based on operational needs, legal compliance, and strategic considerations. MOD operates in accordanc...