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Written question asked by Lara Bird (Scottish National Party) on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 19 October 2026 (named day). It was answered by Wes Streeting (Labour) on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Defence Nuclear Enterprise: Expenditure

Question

What recent estimate he has made of the cost of the Nuclear Enterprise.

Answer

The Defence Nuclear Enterprise spent £12 billion in the financial year 2025-26. The Defence Investment Plan sets out a further £63.6 billion of planned investment in the Defence Nuclear Enterprise between 2026-27 and 2029-30.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
901551
Session
2026-27
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Expenditure Defence Nuclear Enterprise