Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 902659
Defence: Employment
Tabled: 4 February 2025
Answered: 10 February 2025
Named DayQuestion
Luke Myer
Labour — Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to support jobs in the defence sector.
Answer
Maria EagleDefence is not just a cornerstone of national security but also a powerful engine for growth. Defence spending already supports 239,000 UK jobs in industry, including around 8,000 apprenticeships, building the capabilities of the future. The Strategic Def...
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