Question RCW476 to the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans:

Gotsell, Mr N to ask the Minister of Defence and Military Veterans:

With reference to her reply to Question 309 on 2 October 2024, (a) what urgent measures are in place to address the capacity challenges at Armscor Dockyard, (b) what is the timeline for the completion of the annual (i) Maintenance Upkeep Programme and (ii) Hull Available Programme and (c) to what extent is the showing of the South African flag in foreign ports taking precedence over the maintenavnce and upkeep of the Navy's assets instead of not having the required operational vessels that are available at the Directed Level of Capability?