Ben Obese-Jecty MP: written questions
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Ajax Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 7 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103956More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 5 January to Question 100522, on General Dynamics, what additional steps were taken by the Army between 23 July 2026 and 15 September 2026 in order to assess that Ajax had fulfilled the
Answer: The programme met the pre-agreed elements needed for Ajax Initial Operating Capability (IOC) on 23 July 2025. Following this, the Army conducted further work to confirm the standard has been met which resulted in IOC being confirmed by the Army internally...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordAjax Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 7 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103955More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 5 January to Question to 100522, on General Dynamics, what additional steps were taken by him from (a) 23 July 2025 and separately from (b) 15 September 2025, in order to assess that Aja
Answer: The programme met the pre-agreed elements needed for Ajax Initial Operating Capability (IOC) on 23 July 2025. Following this, the Army conducted further work to confirm the standard has been met which resulted in IOC being confirmed by the Army internally...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordLocal Government: ReorganisationMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 7 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103954More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what impact assessment he has conducted on the implementation of local government reorganisation.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to Question UIN 77631 on 13 October 2025.
Answered 15 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordGreenland: SovereigntyForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 7 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103953More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions has she had with her Danish counterparts on support for the nation regarding the sovereignty of the territory of Greenland.
Answer: I refer the Hon Member to the statement made to the House by the Foreign Secretary on 5 January, and her responses to questions raised in that debate, where she set out in comprehensive terms the UK's position on Greenland. The Foreign Secretary and I are...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordFirearms: 3D PrintingHome OfficeTabled 7 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103952More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, how many firearms offences have been committed with 3D-printed guns in each of the last five years.
Answer: Offences involving the use of 3D printed firearms offences are not recorded separately within the crime statistics published by the Office for National Statistics. A firearm manufactured using 3D printing technology is regarded as a firearm under the Fire...
Answered 15 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordDiego Garcia: Military BasesMinistry of DefenceTabled 7 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103951More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the impact of the Pelindaba Treaty on the operation of (a) air and (b) maritime operations from Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia.
Answer: The security provisions we have secured as part of the UK-Mauritius Agreement ensure that the UK will continue to have full operational control over Diego Garcia, including unrestricted access to and use of the military base. Both the UK and Mauritius are...
Answered 14 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordAntiship MissilesMinistry of DefenceTabled 7 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103950More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 20 October 2925 to Question 79699 on Antiship Missiles, when in 2026 is the full business case for the Future Cruise Anti-Ship Weapon programme scheduled to be (a) submitted and (b) appr
Answer: The Future Cruise Anti-Ship Weapon programme Full Business Case is planned for submission and approval in summer 2026. Existing approvals are in place to support continued work until the end of 2026.
Answered 15 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordUncrewed SystemsMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103534More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 20th October 2025 to question 79337 on Uncrewed Systems, what was the outcome of the proposed endorsement of the outline governance proposals for the Defence Uncrewed Systems Centre at t
Answer: The 3-star Uncrewed Systems Steering Group approved the proposal and endorsed the establishment of the Uncrewed Systems Centre in 2026. The specifics of governance and organisation will be communicated formally once the design phase has completed.
Answered 14 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordPalestine: Recognition of StatesForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103533More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, whether she has made an assessment of the potential impact of recognising Palestine as a state on the application of the Foreign Enlistment Act of 1870 to British-Israeli dua
Answer: The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office does not hold specific information on British Nationals who have served in the Israeli Defense Forces, but the UK recognises the right of British dual nationals to serve in the legitimately recognised armed...
Answered 12 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordHinchingbrooke Hospital: Business RatesTreasuryTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103532More
Question: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, how much have business rates increased for Hinchingbrooke Hospital for the 2026-2027 financial year .
Answer: The Government cannot comment on the bills of individual ratepayers. I recommend that Hinchingbrooke Hospital get in contact with their local authority for any questions regarding their business rates bill.
Answered 13 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordChina: PropertyForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103531More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, how many (a) residential and (b) commercial properties in London are owned by the People's Republic of China.
Answer: The Government does not control the purchase of private property within the United Kingdom, and keeps no central record of purchases made on behalf of individual nation states.
Answered 15 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordFirearms: LicensingHome OfficeTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103530More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, which force has the lead on shotgun licence renewals within the Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire tri-force area.
Answer: Cambridgeshire Constabulary, Bedfordshire Police and Hertfordshire Constabulary work together as part of a tripartite arrangement intended to provide a consistent firearms licensing service across the three police force areas.The arrangements are led by H...
Answered 14 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordMBR Acres: National SecurityHome OfficeTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103529More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, pursuant to the answer of 28th July 2025, to question 67588 on MBR Acres: National Security, with reference to The Public Order Act 2023 (Interference With Use or Operation of Key National Infrastruct
Answer: In 2026-27 Cambridgeshire Police will receive up to £220.5 million in funding. This represents an increase of up to £10.6 million when compared to the 2025-26 police settlement. There are no plans to provide additional funding to Cambridgeshire Constabula...
Answered 14 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordAjax Vehicles: Military ExercisesMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103528More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 5th January 2026 to question 100522 on General Dynamics, how many exercises took place using Ajax-family vehicles between 23 July 2026 and 05 November 2026.
Answer: I believe that the hon. Member is referring to 2025 not 2026. Therefore, I can confirm that three exercises involving Ajax vehicles took place between 23 July 2025 and 5 November 2025.
Answered 12 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordBuses: ChinaDepartment for TransportTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103527More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment has she made of the potential vulnerability to being disabled of Chinese-origin buses that are reliant upon sim connection for software upgrades.
Answer: The Government takes national security seriously and recognises the systematic challenges of increased connectivity and the cyber security implications for almost every area of government policy, including vehicles. The Department works closely with the ...
Answered 14 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordAjax Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103526More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what role has former CGS General Sir Peter Wall played in a) delivery of the Ajax Programme by General Dynamics and b) the decision of General Dynamics to declare Initial Operating Capability on 23 July 2025.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to my response to Question 101921 on 7 January 2026. It would be inappropriate to comment on personnel from external organisations.
Answered 12 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordGreenland: Armed ForcesMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103525More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what a) UK and b) other NATO forces are currently deployed in Greenland.
Answer: The UK does not currently have forces deployed in Greenland. Denmark is responsible for the defence of Greenland and maintains a military presence. NATO has made clear that the Arctic region is a priority for Euro-Atlantic Security, which is why, alongsid...
Answered 14 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordArmoured Fighting Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103524More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has he made of the potential benefit of procuring the AMPV from BAE as a replacement for the FV430 Mk3 Bulldog.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave him to Question 102953 on 8 January 2026. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-05/102953
Answered 13 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordPuma HelicoptersMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103523More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress has he made in disposing the 20 Puma helicopters no longer in service.
Answer: The remaining aircraft have been passed to the Defence Recycling and Disposal Team within Defence Equipment and Support, who are currently exploring disposal options.
Answered 13 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordCadetsMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103522More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, for what reason was the Short Service Limited Commission discontinued in 2007.
Answer: The Short Service Limited Commission had, by 2007, already been superseded by the Gap Year Commission. In mid‑2007, the Gap Year Commission was discontinued due to a shift in policy emphasis toward people programme measures judged to deliver wider recruit...
Answered 12 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordArmed Forces Foundation SchemeMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103521More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether those participating in the Armed Forces Foundation Scheme be able to deploy overseas in a) training exercises or b) operations.
Answer: The Armed Forces Foundation Year Scheme (‘Gap Year’) helps deliver on the Strategic Defence Review 2025’s recommendation that Defence must offer novel ways of entry into the Armed Forces that attract more people from a wider range of backgrounds; options ...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordArmoured Fighting VehiclesMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103520More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has he made of the potential benefit of utilising the Ares vehicle as a direct replacement for the FV430 series Mk3 Bulldog.
Answer: The Army routinely assess which vehicles are best aligned to support specific capabilities. The Ares platform has a higher protection level and is more suitable to be employed in the direct battle, rather than in the close support role normally associated...
Answered 12 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordArmoured Fighting Vehicles: ProcurementMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103519More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress has he made in identifying a tracked replacement for the FV430-series Mk3 Bulldog ahead of its out-of-service date of 2030.
Answer: I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave him to Question 102953 on 8 January 2026. https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-01-05/102953
Answered 13 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordUSA: VenezuelaAttorney GeneralTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103518More
Question: To ask the Solicitor General, what assessment he has made of the legality of the US military operation to capture President Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela.
Answer: The Law Officers’ Convention applies to advice which may or may not have been given by the Law Officers, or requested of the Law Officers, and the Convention applies to your question.The Law Officers’ Convention can be found at paragraph 21.27 of Erskine ...
Answered 12 Jan 2026
Original Parliament recordArmed Forces Foundation SchemeMinistry of DefenceTabled 6 Jan 2026AnsweredUIN 103517More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what Phase 2 training and/or qualifications will those participating in the Armed Forces Foundation Scheme receive.
Answer: The Armed Forces Foundation Year Scheme (‘Gap Year’) helps deliver on the Strategic Defence Review 2025’s recommendation that Defence must offer novel ways of entry into the Armed Forces that attract more people from a wider range of backgrounds; options ...
Answered 13 Jan 2026
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