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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

MOD Security Review

08 September 2025 · Ministry of Defence

Proposed by Louise Jones Lab North East Derbyshire

Defence

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Department is using in-year funding to deliver physical security enhancements at RAF Brize Norton.
  • 20 million has been approved for digital transformation of security within the MOD.
  • These security measures will be rolled out across priority sites this year.

Issue summary

The statement updates on security enhancements at RAF Brize Norton following a breach by a proscribed organisation in June 2025.

Action requested

The Department is using in-year funding to deliver physical security enhancements, including advanced technological solutions and increased staffing, with £20 million approved for digital transformation of security within the MOD. These measures will be rolled out across priority sites this year.

Key facts

  • RAF Brize Norton was penetrated by Palestine Action on June 20, 2025.
  • The attack raised all RAF sites to 'high alert', followed by enhanced vigilance security posture.
  • An upgraded track and detect system is now operational at RAF Brize Norton.
  • MOD Police teams are accelerating the deployment of Remote Piloted Aerial Systems (RPAS) for specialist policing capabilities.
  • £20 million has been approved for a digital transformation programme to improve real-time situational awareness.
  • The Department will invest in additional security infrastructure and technology at 31 priority sites.
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