Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 70210
Aerospace Industry and Defence: Procurement
Tabled: 22 July 2025
Answered: 1 September 2025
Question
Vikki Slade
Liberal Democrat — Mid Dorset and North Poole
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of prioritising manufacturers based in the UK for (a) defence and (b) aerospace procurements.
Answer
Maria EagleThe Ministry of Defence is actively prioritising UK businesses and manufacturing through its Defence Industrial Strategy, aiming to boost economic growth and national security. This strategy focuses on supporting domestic businesses, fostering innovation,...
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