Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 101265

Armed Forces: Motor Insurance

Tabled: 17 December 2025

Answered: 6 January 2026

Named Day

Question

Jenny Riddell-Carpenter

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, (a) whether he is aware of reports that some motor insurers refuse cover to individuals on joining the Armed Forces and (b) what steps he is taking to address this.

Answer

Louise Sandher-Jones

Under the Armed Forces Covenant, organisations are encouraged to make voluntary pledges to support Service personnel, Veterans and their families. However, insurance provision is a matter for private companies, and the Ministry of Defence (MOD) does not h...

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