Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 99263

HMS Lancaster: Decommissioning

Tabled: 11 December 2025

Answered: 19 December 2025

Question

James Cartlidge

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact on naval capability in the Persian Gulf of decommissioning HMS Lancaster.

Answer

Al Carns

The UK remains steadfast in its commitment to maintaining a presence in the Middle East, reassuring partners and contributing to regional security and stability. Central to this posture is the UK Maritime Component Command (UKMCC), located in Bahrain, wit...

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