House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
MOD Security Review
27 November 2025 · Ministry of Defence
Proposed by Alistair Carns Lab Birmingham Selly Oak
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The MOD is updating security measures across the Defence Estate.
- The Department is investing in advanced technologies and piloting Restricted Airspace.
- Three flagship security systems are being implemented with 20 million funding.
Issue summary
The statement provides an update on measures taken to enhance security across the Defence Estate, focusing on physical improvements, technological advancements, and workforce strengthening.
Action requested
The MOD continues to invest in advanced security technologies, piloting Restricted Airspace above strategic sites, and improving recruitment for security services. The Department is also implementing three flagship systems with £20 million from a previous announcement to modernise Defence security.
Key facts
- After years of under-investment, the MOD is focusing on physical security enhancements using in-year funding.
- Advanced technical enhancements are now operational at multiple Main Operating Bases through the Immediate Threat Mitigation Solution (ITMS).
- The RAF Brize Norton site has an upgraded automated track-and-detect system monitored 24/7.
- A £20 million investment is being made for digital transformation of security systems including MOD adoption of the Critical National Infrastructure Knowledge Base, a new enterprise incident case management system, and a real-time physical security assurance platform.
- The MOD plans to pilot Restricted Airspace above 40 strategic sites across the Defence Estate in 2025, with wider implementation planned for 2026.