Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 9500

Defence: Job Creation

Tabled: 16 October 2024

Answered: 6 November 2024

Question

James Cartlidge

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to support the creation of new jobs in the defence sector.

Answer

Maria Eagle

This Government recognises the vital role the defence industry plays not only in our national security but also to the economic prosperity and growth of the UK. In 2022-23, Ministry of Defence (MOD) expenditure supported 239,000 jobs in UK industry and a ...

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