Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Emma Reynolds (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.
Defence: Finance
- Question
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To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, with reference to the Defence funding update (HCWS165), published on 30 June 2026, whether it is still the Treasury’s expectation that departments will bring forward details of the monetisation of assets to fund defence so that the Government are securing the maximum value from the £1.9 trillion of assets the government holds.
- Answer
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In the Defence funding update (HCWS165), the Government set out its intention to monetise assets to help fund defence. The Government remains committed to improving the efficiency of public assets so that they deliver maximum value for taxpayers. Further details of the Government's plans will be set out at the Budget.
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- 2026-27
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- Defence Finance
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