To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to support jobs in the defence sector.
Answered on
10 February 2025
Defence 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 Defence Review and the Defence Industrial Strategy will secure skilled, rewarding, exciting careers in Defence, that support families and communities across our nation.
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Ministry of Defence
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