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Minister Pollard statement came in response to a written question from Conservative MP Ben Obese-Jecty, who asked about the Defense Readiness (Pic Navy Lookout)
The Royal Navy will receive all eight of its Type 26 frigates as planned, despite speculation over build slots being offered to the Norwegian navy, Defense Minister Luke Pollard has confirmed.
It came in response to a written question from Conservative MP Ben Obese-Jecty, who asked the Defense Readiness and Industry Minister whether he discussed build slots for the next-generation anti-submarine warships with his Norwegian counterpart during their meeting last month.
Mr Pollard said he was delighted to have discussed the “broad and ever-closer” strategic partnership with the Norwegian State Secretary, adding that all planned warships are expected to be delivered on schedule throughout the late 2020s and 2030s.
