Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the (1) serviceability, and (2) availability, of the Astute class submarines.

I refer the noble Lord to the reply given by my hon. Friend, the Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry (Mr Pollard), in the House of Commons on 8 June 2026 to the hon. Member for Huntington (Mr Obese-Jecty) in response to Question 4887.

https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-05-29/4887

I hope the hon. Gentleman will understand that I cannot provide the specific details requested as disclosure would, or would be likely to, prejudice the capability, effectiveness or security of any relevant forces.