Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 118570

Defence

Tabled: 6 March 2026
Answered: 16 March 2026

Question

Lee Anderson

Reform UKAshfield

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will make an assessment of the UK's level of military readiness for potential large-scale conflict.

Answer

Al Carns
Defence continues to focus on ensuring its readiness, including for a high-intensity conflict, in line with the recommendations of the Strategic Defence Review (SDR). The SDR is already being implemented, and the Defence Investment Plan will further shape...

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