Defence Estate Optimisation Programme 2022-03-28
2022-03-28
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Q1
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The Defence estate optimisation programme aims to modernise military facilities. Recent progress is under scrutiny.
What recent progress has been made on the Defence estate optimisation programme? The MOD continues its 25-year strategy, including construction at three sites and completion of seven surplus site sales generating £141 million in receipts.
The MOD continues to deliver on its 25-year strategy, completing construction at three sites and another six under construction. Seven surplus MOD sites have been sold generating £141 million for reinvestment in modern facilities.
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Q2
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The Sir John Moore barracks in Steve Brine's constituency is marked for disposal under the Defence estate optimisation programme, causing anxiety among constituents.
Does the Minister share my concern about losing a good facility at Winchester, given that current conflicts look very 20th century and require boots on the ground? The site will close in 2026 for non-infantry training consolidation at Pirbright.
My hon. Friend is engaged with this MOD site set to close in 2026 for phase 1 non-infantry training consolidation at Pirbright, embracing digitalisation. Training numbers can be flexed and I will continue engaging on his concerns.
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Assessment & feedback
Concerns about losing a good facility in Winchester were acknowledged but no specific assurances or alternatives provided beyond ongoing engagement.
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