Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 98382
Bahrain: Type 31 Frigates
Tabled: 9 December 2025
Answered: 17 December 2025
Question
Andrew Rosindell
Reform UK — Romford
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when he plans to deploy a Type 31 frigate on permanent station at the UK Naval Support Facility in Bahrain.
Answer
Al CarnsThe Ministry of Defence keeps its force posture in the Middle East under continual review to safeguard the UK's national security interests and operational requirements. We remain committed to working with our partners across the region.