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Written question asked by Lord Empey (Ulster Unionist Party) on Monday, 7 September 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 21 September 2026. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Monday, 21 September 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Army: Training

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of reports that the Army is reducing training activities to save money.

Answer

Defence keeps all spending, including Army training, under review to ensure the highest priorities are pursued in the face of an ever-changing threat.

Defence continues to prioritise training that delivers the greatest operational effect, while protecting essential readiness, operational commitments, safety-critical activity and our NATO commitments.

The Army continues to meet its operational requirements while adapting training to reflect lessons identified from Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine. Through the Defence Investment Plan, Defence is investing £2 billion over 15 years to transform British Army training.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3150
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Army Finance Training
Link
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