PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
(7 September 2026)
Question Asked
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment his Department has made of the national security assessment on global biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and national security.
Asked by:
James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat)
Asked by:
James MacCleary (Liberal Democrat)
Answer
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) regards the national security assessment on global biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse as a critical contribution to understanding emerging security risks. MOD is integrating its findings into strategic planning, intelligence assessments, and preparedness activities, consistent with the Strategic Defence Review. The Department continues to work closely with government partners and academia to ensure that military planning reflects the complex challenges posed by environmental degradation and ecosystem collapse, thereby supporting UK national security and resilience.
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