Oral QuestionMinistry of Defence

If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.

Tabled: 10 March 2026Answered: 16 March 2026

Asked by

Bill Esterson

LabourSefton Central

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Defence

Answer from Hansard

The Secretary of State for Defence (John Healey)

With all eyes on the middle east, this House expects, and I am determined to ensure, that we will continue to confront the growing threats in the High North, to fulfil our obligations to NATO and to step up support for Ukraine. I can confirm today that over the last month, we have delivered to Ukraine 3,500 drones, 18,000 artillery rounds and 3 million rounds of small ammunition. We face two conflicts on two continents, supported by an axis of aggression with similar tactics and similar technologies. I say this to the Ukrainian people on behalf of the UK: we will not forget the war in Europe, and our total determination to stand with Ukraine remains steadfast. We will welcome President Zelensky to this country tomorrow.