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Royal Fleet Auxiliary

Asked by John McDonnellLabourMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 6 February 2026UIN 109054

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether the re-classification of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary as a Non-Standard Occupation Group has been completed.

Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones

Discussions are ongoing to define and implement Non-Standard Occupational Group status for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary. Defence remains focused on delivering a resilient and sustainable workforce for the future and recognising the unique contribution of its seafarers to the defence of this nation.

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