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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 9 July 2026. It was answered by Lucy Rigby (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 July 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.


Defence: Finance

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, with reference to the policy paper entitled The Defence Investment Plan Funding explainer, published on 30 June 2026, what the £2.4 billion under Treasury support for ongoing international objectives and more efficient defence procurement applies to.

Answer

Through the DIP, HMT will provide £2.4 billion additional support by taking on responsibility for the cost of further support for ongoing international objectives which includes Ukraine Security Guarantees in case of a ceasefire, and unlocking additional savings from improved procurement.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
16665
Session
2026-27
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Defence Finance
Link
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