Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 904212
Infrastructure: Seas and Oceans
Tabled: 13 May 2025
Answered: 19 May 2025
Named DayQuestion
Chris McDonald
Labour — Stockton North
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to protect critical undersea infrastructure.
Answer
Luke PollardCables and pipelines are as vital for our economy as factories and power stations.This Government is increasing defence spending to keep Britain safe at home and secure abroad. And that includes investing in RFA Proteus to protect our undersea cables.