Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 104221

Defence: Finance

Tabled: 8 January 2026
Answered: 16 January 2026

Question

James Cartlidge

Conservative — South Suffolk

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, why the Defence Investment Plan was not published before the rise of the House for Christmas recess 2025.

Answer

Luke Pollard
The Defence Investment Plan will set out how the Department will allocate spending over the next 10 years, ensuring that resources are directed effectively to meet our priorities. It is vital that these decisions are carefully considered so that the Depar...
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