Strategic Defence Review 2024-11-18
2024-11-18
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Q1
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The Secretary of State previously refused to provide a timetable for meeting 2.5% GDP on defence spending.
Given the increasing threats, will the Government commit to reaching 2.5% of GDP on defence by the end of this Parliament?
Defence spending is increasing by nearly £3 billion next year, with a commitment to set a clear path towards 2.5% of GDP in the spring.
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specific timetable for reaching 2.5%
Commitment To Set A Clear Path
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Q2
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The Typhoon factory at Warton is currently idle, with no production ongoing.
When will the Government take a decision to procure more Typhoons given 25,000 jobs are at risk?
The strategic defence review will produce final recommendations in the spring. The Secretary visited Warton and discusses exports to Turkey and Saudi Arabia.
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decision on procuring more Typhoons
Discussing Exports
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Q3
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The Government inherited a £22 billion in-year deficit, with extra defence expenditure announced.
Will the Secretary of State confirm there will be additional funding for in-year pressures?
The Chancellor set out steps to address the £22 billion in-year deficit. On 2.5% GDP, a path will be set in spring as per Chief Secretary's statement.
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additional funding for in-year pressures
Steps To Address In-Year Deficit
Commitment On 2.5%
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Small and medium-sized enterprises in Aldershot contribute to the UK defence sector.
What steps are being taken to ensure SME submissions receive equal consideration compared with prime contractors?
Within days of taking office, meetings were held with small and medium-sized companies focusing on the strategic defence review.
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specific steps for equal weighting
Focus On Smes In Defence Sector
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