# HMS Westminster scrapped in Turkey

> Royal Navy's HMS Westminster frigate to be scrapped in Turkey after 32 years of service.
- Title: HMS Westminster scrapped in Turkey · MercoPress | Shortify
- Summary: Royal Navy's HMS Westminster frigate to be scrapped in Turkey after 32 years of service. HMS Westminster, a Royal Navy Type 23 frigate that served since…
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- Source: MercoPress — https://en.mercopress.com/2026/10/12/a-falklands-friend-hms-westminster-type-23-frigate-to-be-scrapped-in-turley
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## HMS Westminster retirement
HMS Westminster, a Royal Navy Type 23 frigate, completes 32 years of service before being scrapped in Turkey.
## Falklands connection
The frigate made regular visits to the Falkland Islands during its career, known for its South Atlantic patrols.
## Scrap destination
HMS Westminster will be sent to Aliaga, Turkey for scrapping after its final retirement from the UK fleet.
## Key takeaway

HMS Westminster, a Royal Navy Type 23 frigate that served since 1992, will be scrapped in Turkey after being retired from the UK fleet.