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Warships: Medical Equipment

Asked by Mr Andrew SnowdenConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 27 May 2026UIN 2326

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will provide an estimate as to when the Medical Navy Persistent Operational Deployment System (NavyPODS) will be available for use by the Royal Navy.

Answered by Luke Pollard

The Medical Navy Persistent Operational Deployment System (NavyPODS) is currently in development as part of the Royal Navy’s wider efforts to enhance deployed medical capability and increase operational flexibility. Delivery timelines remain subject to ongoing assessment.

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