Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 18790

Skynet

Tabled: 14 July 2026

Answered: 20 July 2026

Question

Ben Obese-Jecty

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Defence Investment Plan, published on 30 June 2026, paragraph 83, for what reason did he not proceed with the SKYNET 6 Narrowband Satellite System.

Answer

Luke Pollard

A decision was taken to reprioritise elements of the SKYNET programme to ensure continued delivery of assured and resilient satellite communications, focusing investment on capabilities that offer the greatest benefit and deliverability within the availab...

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