Written Question·Scotland Office·UIN 908703

Defence: Scotland

Tabled: 26 March 2026
Answered: 15 April 2026
Named Day

Question

Richard Baker

LabourGlenrothes and Mid Fife

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, what assessment he has made with Cabinet colleagues of the potential impact of the Defence Growth Deal on Scotland.

Answer

Mr Douglas Alexander
The UK Government’s £50 million Scottish Defence Growth Deal is a step-change for Scotland’s industrial base. It will support skills, high-skilled jobs, innovation and regional growth. It will include £10 million for innovation facilities both on the Clyd...

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