Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 12600

Defence: Procurement

Tabled: 4 November 2024
Answered: 12 November 2024

Question

Abtisam Mohamed

LabourSheffield Central

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he takes to ensure joint defence projects are compatible with the UK’s (a) arms export control system and (b) international obligations.

Answer

Maria Eagle
The UK takes its export control responsibilities very seriously and we operate one of the most robust and transparent export control regimes in the world. We rigorously assess export licence applications in support of joint defence projects against strict...

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