Multi-role Ocean Surveillance Ships

(asked on 16th May 2024) - View Source

Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they intend to allow Multi Role Support Ships to be assembled outside the UK.


Answered by
Earl of Minto Portrait
Earl of Minto
Shadow Minister (Defence)
This question was answered on 23rd May 2024

The Multi-role Support Ships Programme has entered its concept phase. The Royal Navy and Defence Equipment and Support, will now conduct detailed work on the design and procurement strategy, informed by industry engagement. As announced by the Secretary of State, it is intended that these ships will be built in the UK.

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