Oral Question·Ministry of Defence
“What plans he has for future levels of spending on defence research and development.”
Tabled: 8 October 2024Answered: 14 October 2024
Asked by
David Reed
Conservative — Exmouth and Exeter East
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Defence
Answer from Hansard
The Minister for the Armed Forces (Luke Pollard)
Defence R&D is critical to maximising the operational advantage of our armed forces. In an increasingly volatile and technology-driven world, the Department remains committed to investing in cutting-edge science, technology and innovation. Just after my appointment to the Department, I was delighted to visit the commando training centre in the hon. Member’s constituency to see the innovative training and capabilities of the future commando force.