Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 106312
Defence: Expenditure
Tabled: 16 January 2026
Answered: 21 January 2026
Named DayQuestion
James Cartlidge
Conservative — South Suffolk
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what quantum of expenditure was included in UK NATO declared GDP of defence spending arising from VAT receipts in each financial year since 2010.
Answer
Al CarnsIt is not possible to provide that information within the time available to answer this question. I will write to the hon. Member shortly with an update and place a copy of my letter in the Library of the House.