Written question asked by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Wednesday, 26 March 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 28 March 2025. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Thursday, 3 April 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.
Defence: Finance
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Spring Statement on 26 March 2025, how the £2.2bn for financial year 2025-26 will be spent by his Department.
- Answer
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The £2.2 billion will support the Government in building a modern and resilient Armed Forces, including by enhancing the UK’s programme of joint exercises with NATO allies, allowing investment in advanced technology such as Directed Energy Weapons, and refurbishing the defence estate to provide our military families with the homes they deserve. We will also establish the UK Defence Innovation, to help secure competitive advantage whilst driving wider growth.
Secondary information
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- 41494
- Session
- 2024-26
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- Subjects
- Defence Finance
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- 2025-09-05 17:37:47 +0100
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