A future that should be bright given the 10 billion frigate deal with Norway.

On 31 August 2025 the UK and Norway signed a £10 billion intergovernmental agreement for at least five Type 26 anti-submarine frigates, described by the MoD as its biggest ever warship export by value. The figure and counterpart are correct.

▸ Defence Equipment & Support (MoD) — DE&S experts play key part in Norway selecting UK warships as part of £10 billion partnership

Checked Wed 1 Jul, 09:57 · Broadcast: PMQs: Prime Minister's Questions - 4 February 2026

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