The MoD’s strategy for replacing ageing capabilities is undermined by the slow delivery of new systems, resulting in military capability gaps. Despite the MoD working with prime contractors to better understand its supply chain, increased international demand for key components and skilled workers has contributed to the slow delivery of defence equipment, including digital communications, armoured vehicles, and Royal Navy ships. For example, technical issues developing the state-of- the-art T...

The MoD’s strategy for replacing ageing capabilities is undermined by the slow delivery of new systems, resulting in military capability gaps. Despite the MoD working with prime contractors to better understand its supply chain, increased international demand for key components and skilled workers has contributed to the slow delivery of defence equipment, including digital communications, armoured vehicles, and Royal Navy ships. For example, technical issues developing the state-of- the-art Type 26 frigate have contributed to delays, and the delivery of new warships for the Royal Navy is considerably slower than in other countries such as Jap Type: conclusion | Number: 5 | Response status: accepted Government response: The government agrees with the Committee’s recommendation. 2024 . The new model is designed to drive increased pace in delivery of military capability to UK forces on the front line. Implementation begins from April 2024 with initial integration services provided by UK