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Defence Equipment: Innovation

Asked by Stuart AndersonConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 8 September 2026UIN 21436

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how long is technology classed as novel before it no longer qualifies as part of the Department's budget for novel technologies.

Answered by Ministry of Defence

We have not placed an arbitrary timeframe on when technology is classed as novel. What qualifies as novel technology, and the resultant projects which contribute to our novel technology commitment will be reviewed regularly to ensure we are funding the technological innovation to keep the Integrated Force at the forefront of warfare.

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