Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 71640

Armed Forces: Labour Turnover

Tabled: 29 August 2025
Answered: 8 September 2025

Question

James Naish

LabourRushcliffe

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of SDLT higher rates on armed forces recruitment and retention for personnel required to relocate frequently.

Answer

Louise Sandher-Jones
In recognition of an inherently mobile career, frequently remote bases and terms of service, Regular Service and Full Time Reserve Service (Full Commitment) personnel are provided with high quality subsidised accommodation. The accommodation offered will ...

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