Written question asked by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Wednesday, 17 July 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 22 July 2024. It was answered by Maria Eagle (Labour) on Wednesday, 24 July 2024 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Defence: Expenditure
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will make an assessment of the potential impact of his timetable for reaching 2.5% GDP of expenditure on defence on the development of heavy uncrewed ground systems.
- Answer
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The Government is fully committed to spending 2.5% of GDP on defence as soon as possible. The Government will set out a clear path to 2.5% at a future fiscal event.
The Government will deliver a programme for defence which is affordable and provides the capabilities we need to counter the growing, and diversifying, threats Britain is facing in the 21st century.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 160
- Session
- 2024-26
- Related items
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Armed forces Defence Expenditure National income Technology Vehicles
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