Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 113439

Royal Fleet Auxiliary: Parental Leave

Tabled: 20 February 2026
Answered: 25 March 2026

Question

John McDonnell

LabourHayes and Harlington

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what recent discussions he has had with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary regarding the application of merchant shipping regulations covering RFA merchant seafarers’ maternity and paternity rights.

Answer

Louise Sandher-Jones
The Ministry of Defence is committed to ensuring that the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) maintains a positive, equitable workplace for all seafarers. RFA employees benefit from comprehensive employment rights and conditions well exceeding Maritime Labour Con...

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