Warships: Shipbuilding

(asked on 25th April 2016) - View Source

Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what the terms of reference are for the National Shipbuilding Strategy; and if he will make a statement.


Answered by
Philip Dunne Portrait
Philip Dunne
This question was answered on 28th April 2016

The National Shipbuilding Strategy is intended to place UK shipbuilding on a sustainable long-term footing. It will look at how to build a new complex warship on a regular schedule and maximise export opportunities in order to deliver capable ships and value for money, as well as maintaining jobs and skills. It will ensure that the Royal Navy continues to have the capability it needs to protect our nation's interests, retaining its status as the most modern Navy in the world. Sir John Parker has been appointed as the Independent Chair of the Strategy. He will bring strong strategic direction and guidance to the work, and report to Ministers. He will lead the high level engagement with key stakeholders.

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