Frank McNally

Frank McNally

Labour — Coatbridge and Bellshill

Speaking in the House of Commons on 26 June 2025

Debate

G7 and NATO Summits

Contribution

It is clear today that the Leader of the Opposition should never represent the United Kingdom on the world stage —it was absolutely outrageous. I am grateful to my right hon. and learned Friend for his statement. Following the comments of other hon. Members, may I ask him what assessment he has made of the potential opportunities for Scotland-based defence and aerospace industries, which already support hundreds of jobs in Coatbridge and Bellshill, arising from the expectation that spending will reach 4.1% of GDP by 2027? Does he share my concern that the SNP’s disjointed defence policy risks jobs and investment in Scotland? We need to fight that at all costs.

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