Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he has authorised any changes to the proposed timetable for the delivery of the multi-role strike ship since 5 July 2024.

The Multi Role Strike Ship (MRSS) programme is in the Concept Phase. It is funded from the Defence budget to enable the Royal Navy and Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) to conduct detailed preparatory work with intent to deliver first of class in 2033. The Programme will submit an Outline Business Case in late 2025 and is working closely with the UK shipbuilding industry and the National Shipbuilding Office to deliver best value for money for the Navy and the Nation.