Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 33398

Boeing E-7: Procurement

Tabled: 25 February 2025

Answered: 3 March 2025

Question

Mr Mark Francois

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, for what reason has the signature of the full business case for the E-7 Wedgetail programme been delayed.

Answer

Maria Eagle

The E7 Full Business Case is undergoing due consideration within the Ministry of Defence's (MOD) approvals process. The MOD operates a robust approvals process in accordance with HM Treasury's approvals control framework.