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Military Bases

Asked by Kim JohnsonLabourMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 27 May 2026UIN 2830

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether missions supported from UK bases are approved on a case-by-case basis.

Answered by Al Carns

Permissions to utilise UK military bases are considered on a case-by-case basis and the decision to grant permission is dependent on the nature and purpose of their activity. This includes consideration of the applicable legal and policy frameworks.

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