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Written question asked by James Cartlidge (Conservative) on Monday, 7 April 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 22 April 2025 (named day). It was answered by Maria Eagle (Labour) on Tuesday, 22 April 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


National Armaments Director Group

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Written Ministerial Statement of 1 April 2025 on Defence Reform, HCWS573, whether the creation of the National Armaments Director Group will result in the (a) abolition, (b) absorption and (c) resubordinating of single service procurement directorates.

Answer

The National Armaments Director (NAD) is responsible for end-to-end acquisition and efficient delivery of capability, maximising value for money.

The Director General Commercial & Industry, in the NAD group, will delegate Commercial authorities to procurement directorates across Defence, including to Commercial resource embedded within the Military Commands.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
44498
Session
2024-26
Related items
Defence Reform
Tuesday, 1 April 2025
Written statements
House of Commons
Subjects
Defence Reform National Armaments Director Group
Link
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