Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 16903

Armed Forces: Innovation

Tabled: 8 July 2026

Answered: 17 July 2026

Question

Jim Shannon

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment has been made of the effectiveness of the adoption of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and drones in the armed forces.

Answer

Luke Pollard

The Strategic Defence Review (SDR) identifies a shift towards greater use of AI and autonomy as an immediate priority for Defence. It also highlights how lessons from Ukraine demonstrate that technological innovation is vital to stay ahead of our adversar...

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