Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to ensure the (a) safe and (b) timely reopening of (i) Airforce and (ii) Army Cadet units in Yeovil constituency.

The 1032 Air Cadet Squadron building in Yeovil has been closed since 5 February 2026 due to an unsatisfactory Electrical Installation Condition Report. To maintain cadet activities, 1032 Squadron is currently parading with neighbouring 874 (Sherborne) Squadron. The Army Cadet Force detachment in Yeovil has not been closed and continues to parade at the refurbished Army Reserve Centre.

Electrical safety inspections are progressing as quickly as possible, supported by an electrical contractor commissioned by the Wessex Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association to accelerate work at the Yeovil Air Cadet site. The Ministry of Defence is closely monitoring progress, and it is hoped the facilities are available again soon.