Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 105181

Navy: North Sea

Tabled: 13 January 2026

Answered: 21 January 2026

Question

Andrew Rosindell

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of increasing Royal Naval presence in the North Sea.

Answer

Al Carns

The Royal Navy maintains a persistent and agile presence in UK waters, including the North Sea, and we keep force posture under continual review in light of the threat and operational demand. We will continue to work with allies and partners to deter host...

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