Ministry of Defence written question – answered at on 3 February 2026.
Lord Empey
UUP
To ask His Majesty's Government whether the Armed Forces have full control over all weapons systems they have purchased and do not require the authority or permission of a third party for their use.
Lord Coaker
The Minister of State, Ministry of Defence
All equipment procured for use by the UK Armed Forces is for defence purposes and so permission is not required from any third party for its deployment or use by UK personnel.
Yes1 person thinks so
No0 people think not
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