Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 16434

Armed Forces: Families

Tabled: 7 July 2026

Answered: 14 July 2026

Question

Jim Shannon

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps are being taken to support military families during overseas deployments.

Answer

Mr Calvin Bailey

Defence is grateful for the support of Service families, and acknowledges that overseas deployment, whether accompanied or unaccompanied, can place additional demands on them. Our Families Overseas Survey gathers evidence to inform policy decisions on the...

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