“The Royal Navy is committed to building up its lethal capabilities across the board.
This requirement is given close attention in connection with the conflict in Europe and the unacceptable Russian invasion of Ukraine,” Goldie said.
To build the capacity of the fleet, London also invested in ensuring the ability of the Navy "to strike at the most powerful opponents in offensive operations," the baroness added.
Thus, Goldie answered a question from a colleague, Lord Alan West, who had previously asked what measures the UK government was taking in addition to acquiring the Naval Strike Missile (NSM) anti-ship missile "to increase the offensive fire potential of the Royal Navy."
In November, it was reported that the Royal Navy would receive Norwegian-made NSM anti-ship missiles.
As specified, missiles of this type, moving at subsonic speeds, can destroy targets on land and at sea at a distance of up to 185 km.