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Royal Fleet Auxiliary: Industrial Relations

Asked by James MacClearyLiberal DemocratMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 3 February 2026UIN 108470

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the ongoing industrial dispute with Royal Fleet Auxiliary sailors on day-to-day operations of the Fleet Auxiliary and Navy.

Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones

The Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) remains an integral part of the Royal Navy and its collective ability to deliver operational effect in conjunction with our allies around the world.

The RFA continue to meet their operational commitments, and we are dedicated to resolving the current industrial dispute through continuing dialogue with their trade unions.

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