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HMS Queen Elizabeth

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 27 February 2026UIN 113934

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, when HMS Queen Elizabeth will be seaworthy.

Answered by Luke Pollard

HMS Queen Elizabeth entered dry dock in Rosyth on 29 August 2025 to undertake planned maintenance. Information relating to the maintenance status and movements of warships are not published to avoid compromising operational security.

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