We are concerned that the Department has not yet developed a supply chain that can reliably and quickly deliver the capabilities and stockpiles it needs. The Department has started to replenish stocks gifted to Ukraine, the cost of which HM Treasury will cover through the Reserve. It is also working with HM Treasury on a case-by-case basis to agree on a reasonable replacement when items are no longer in production or where the UK’s requirement has changed. However, the Department does not exp...

We are concerned that the Department has not yet developed a supply chain that can reliably and quickly deliver the capabilities and stockpiles it needs. The Department has started to replenish stocks gifted to Ukraine, the cost of which HM Treasury will cover through the Reserve. It is also working with HM Treasury on a case-by-case basis to agree on a reasonable replacement when items are no longer in production or where the UK’s requirement has changed. However, the Department does not expect to replenish all depleted stocks, such as NLAW anti- tank weapons, for at least two years. The Department says that one important lesson from the Ukr Type: conclusion | Number: 6 | Response status: accepted Government response: The government agrees with the Committee’s recommendation. demands upon the Defence supply chain and its ability to deliver capabilities to our Armed Forces. Working with our industry partners, the department has adapted its supply chains and how they are managed on ma