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Asked by James CartlidgeConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 17 June 2026UIN 8162

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, which headquarters has command over (a) 1 (UK) Division and (b) 3 (UK) Division.

Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones

The Allied Rapid Reaction Corps assumed command of 1 (UK) Division and 3 (UK) Division on 1 April 2026 when they were resubordinated from Commander Field Army (now renamed to Commander Land Forces under early Army Reform changes).

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