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Written question asked by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Thursday, 21 November 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 26 November 2024 (named day). It was answered by Al Carns (Labour) on Friday, 20 December 2024 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Armed Forces: Engineers

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Oral Statement of 20 November 2024 on Defence Programmes Developments, Official Report, columns 287-289, whether he plans to extend the retention bonuses for aircraft engineers to non-aircraft engineers.

Answer

The single-Services each pay targeted retention payments where they are most needed, and where they provide the most efficient use of tax-payers money.

As part of the Government’s commitment to renew the nation’s contract with those who serve, eligible Tri-service aircraft engineers will be given £30,000 when they sign up for additional three years’ of service. From April 2025, this will be applicable to around 5,000 personnel in total.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
15457
Session
2024-26
Related items
Defence Programmes Developments
Wednesday, 20 November 2024
Proceeding contributions
House of Commons
Subjects
Armed forces Incentives Labour turnover Engineers
Link
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