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Defence: Procurement

Asked by James CartlidgeConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 16 February 2026UIN 110840

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 25 November to Question 91684 on F-35 Aircraft: Procurement, who is responsible for the definition of a Defence Choice.

Answered by Luke Pollard

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) uses its capability planning and decision‑making processes to balance a range of factors and ensure resources are used effectively.All financial decisions are accounted for in the MOD Annual Report and Accounts.

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