Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 50539

Firearms: Manufacturing Industries

Tabled: 7 May 2025

Answered: 14 May 2025

Question

James Cartlidge

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to increase UK sovereign capability in small arms production.

Answer

Maria Eagle

Project GRAYBURN aims to replace the L85 family of rifles with a new weapon system fit for future warfare. This will be achieved in partnership with industry by growing UK sovereign manufacturing skills and infrastructure. The Ministry of Defence is commi...

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