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Navy: Warships

Asked by Dave DooganScottish National PartyMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 11 February 2026UIN 110871

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what the minimum number of available warships is that the Royal Navy requires to meet basic operational requirements.

Answered by Al Carns

To avoid compromising operational security, the Ministry of Defence does not routinely disclose elements of the Fleet's long-term schedule and readiness profiles.

The Royal Navy continues to meet its operational objectives and to work closely with the Government to ensure our maritime environment remains safe amid a changing threat environment.

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