Source · Select Committees · Environmental Audit Committee
Recommendation 74
74
Acknowledged
Expand HMS Protector’s logistical role by upgrading sensor systems and adding a helicopter.
Conclusion
Additionally, HMS Protector’s role in logistics should be expanded, by upgrading her sensor systems with potential for collecting valuable data such as sea ice observations and oceanographic data. The Ministry of Defence should consult experts on expanding its onboard sensor capabilities and consider equipping Protector with a helicopter to increase the UK’s response capacity in the region and enhance research capabilities. (Recommendation, Paragraph 300) 108
Government Response Summary
The government partially accepts the recommendations to expand HMS Protector's logistical role, upgrade its sensor systems, and consider equipping it with a helicopter, but provides no specific details on which parts are accepted or what actions will be taken.
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
. The Government partially accepts these recommendations.