Oral Question·Wales Office
“What assessment she has made of the potential impact of the defence sector in Wales on the UK’s defence capabilities.”
Tabled: 14 April 2026Answered: 22 April 2026
Asked by
Andrew Rosindell
Reform UK — Romford
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Wales
Answer from Hansard
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Wales (Anna McMorrin)
We are delivering the biggest sustained increase in defence spending since the cold war, investing £270 billion over this Parliament. Our £50 million defence growth deal in Wales puts us front and centre to lead the way in 21st century autonomous defence technology. Alongside supporting our thriving defence sector, that will deliver thousands of skilled, well-paid jobs and help keep our country safe.