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Unmanned Air Systems

Asked by James CartlidgeConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 24 October 2024UIN 9498

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what measures he is taking to improve sovereign capabilities in anti-UAV manufacturing.

Answered by Maria Eagle

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) continues to evolve and strengthen our Counter-Uncrewed Air Systems (C-UAS) capabilities. To counter the growing threat from UAS, the MOD has developed and procured a broad range of cutting-edge C-UAS capabilities, including from UK industries.

The Strategic Defence Review will guide future capability to ensure the United Kingdom is both secure at home and strong abroad.

However, I am withholding the detailed information requested as its release would, or would be likely to, prejudice the capability, effectiveness or security of the Armed Forces

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