Every parliamentary written question tabled by James Cartlidge this session, with the full answer and department. See how every department answers, or back to the MP page.
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Pursuant to the Answer of 24 July 2024 to Question 157 on Defence: Expenditure, whether the future fiscal event will cover the potential impact of the Department’s timetable for reaching expenditure of 2.5% of GDP on defence on the procurement of further tranches of F-35 Lightning jets.
The pathway to 2.5% will set the overall envelope for Defence spending. Funding for specific programmes is considered as part of the Department’s annual budget setting process.
Pursuant to the Answer of 24 July 2024 to Question 159 on Defence: Expenditure, whether the future fiscal event will cover the potential impact of the Department’s timetable for reaching expenditure of 2.5% of GDP on defence on the delivery schedule for (a) Type 26 and (b) Type 31 Frigates.
The pathway to 2.5% will set the overall envelope for Defence spending. Funding for specific programmes is considered as part of the Department’s annual budget setting process.
Pursuant to the Answer of 24 July 2024 to Question 160 on Defence: Expenditure, whether the future fiscal event will cover the potential impact of the Department’s timetable for reaching expenditure of 2.5% of GDP on defence on the development of heavy uncrewed ground systems.
The pathway to 2.5% will set the overall envelope for Defence spending. Funding for specific programmes is considered as part of the Department’s annual budget setting process.
Pursuant to the Answer of 24 July 2024 to Question 168 on Defence: Expenditure, whether the future fiscal event will cover the potential impact of the Department’s timetable for reaching expenditure of 2.5% of GDP on defence on the Land Environment Tactical Communications and Information Systems programme.
The pathway to 2.5% will set the overall envelope for Defence spending. Funding for specific programmes is considered as part of the Department’s annual budget setting process.
Whether he plans to continue the previous Government’s (a) plans and (b) timetable for rebuilding West Suffolk Hospital.
We recognise the need for investment in our estate across the country, including at West Suffolk. As my rt. Hon. Friend, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, announced, and as subsequently confirmed in the Chancellor’s statement on 29 July 2024, there is a full and comprehensive ongoing review of the New Hospital Programme, to provide a realistic and costed timetable for delivery. This will consider the urgent need to rebuild the seven hospitals built mostly using reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete to protect staff and patient safety.The Secretary of State will consider the findings and update Parliament on the outcome of the review reporting back to patients, clinicians, and local communities on the next steps for the New Hospital Programme. We will provide a clear and realistic timetable for delivery of the Programme and agree the investment needed to get patients the care they deserve.
Whether she plans to take steps to help tackle congestion at Copdock Junction of the A14 and A12 in Suffolk.
Proposed improvements to Junction 55 of the A14, Copdock Junction remain under consideration for delivery in a future Road Investment Strategy.
How much his Department has spent on the (a) Future Combat Air System and (b) Global Combat Air Programme in each financial year from its inception until 2023-24.
Since its inception, the UK has invested over £2 billion already in the Future Combat Air System/Global Combat Air Programme and the associated Team Tempest R&D programme.
Whether it is his policy to inform Parliament of deferments to planned expenditures on major programmes within the financial year where they occur.
The Government, across all Departments, is currently undertaking a Spending Review and will set out its approach to the House in due course.
How much his Department has spent on the (a) Future Combat Air System and (b) Global Combat Air Programme in the current financial year.
The UK has invested around £223 million during this financial year in the Future Combat Air System/Global Combat Air Programme and the associated Team Tempest R&D programme.
Pursuant to the Answer of 24 July 2024 to Question 155 on Defence: Expenditure, whether the future fiscal event will cover the potential impact of the Department’s timetable for reaching expenditure of 2.5% of GDP on defence on (a) infrastructure investment required to support and (b) other aspects of the Defence Nuclear Enterprise.
The pathway to 2.5% will set the overall envelope for Defence spending. Funding for specific programmes is considered as part of the Department’s annual budget setting process.
Pursuant to the Answer of 25 July 2024 to Question 120 on Defence: Expenditure, whether the future fiscal event will cover the potential impact of the Department’s timetable for reaching expenditure of 2.5% of GDP on defence on the morale of armed forces personnel.
The pathway to 2.5% will set the overall envelope for Defence spending. Funding for specific programmes is considered as part of the Department’s annual budget setting process.
Pursuant to the Answer of 24 July 2024 to Question 164 on Defence: Expenditure, whether the future fiscal event will cover the potential impact of the Department’s timetable for reaching on the Astute Class submarine programme.
The pathway to 2.5% will set the overall envelope for Defence spending. Funding for specific programmes is considered as part of the Department’s annual budget setting process.
Pursuant to the Answer of 24 July 2024 to Question 143 on Defence: Expenditure, whether the future fiscal event will cover the potential impact of the Department’s timetable for reaching expenditure of 2.5% of GDP on defence on AUKUS.
The pathway to 2.5% will set the overall envelope for Defence spending. Funding for specific programmes is considered as part of the Department’s annual budget setting process.
Pursuant to the Answer of 24 July 2024 to Question 165 on Defence: Expenditure, whether the future fiscal event will cover the potential impact of the Department’s timetable for reaching expenditure of 2.5% of GDP on defence on the development of the Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank.
The pathway to 2.5% will set the overall envelope for Defence spending. Funding for specific programmes is considered as part of the Department’s annual budget setting process.
Pursuant to the Answer of 24 July 2024 to Question 163 on Defence: Expenditure, whether the future fiscal event will cover the potential impact of the Department’s timetable for reaching expenditure of 2.5% of GDP on defence on upgrades to the existing fleet of Typhoon fighter jets.
The pathway to 2.5% will set the overall envelope for Defence spending. Funding for specific programmes is considered as part of the Department’s annual budget setting process.
What assessment he has made of the accuracy of Sea Venom’s certification forecast for 2026.
Sea Venom remains on schedule to be delivered in 2026.
What plans he has to provide funding for FCASW.
Investment in the Future Cruise/Anti-Ship weapon programme is continuing under an on-going assessment phase contract with MBDA, forming a key part of the recently agreed complex weapons Portfolio Management Agreement 2.
What plans he has to provide funding for SPEAR Cap 3.
The SPEAR 3 programme is currently in the demonstration phase. The next significant milestone is the first Guided Firing, scheduled to take place later this year. Total investment in the SPEAR 3 programme comprises approximately £1.4 billion.
Whether she plans to continue the previous Government’s (a) plans and (b) timetable for delivering a new school building at Ormiston Sudbury Academy.
The building project for Ormiston Sudbury Academy is in the procurement stage of the process. The project team is working with the school and contractor and the planning submission is on track to be submitted by the end of the year. Works are estimated to start in summer 2025 with a planned handover around 2028.
How much his Department expects to spend on the (a) Future Combat Air System and (b) Global Combat Air Programme in the current financial year.
The UK expects to invest over £1.3 billion in the Future Combat Air System/Global Combat Air Programme and the associated Team Tempest R&D programme, in the current financial year.