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Defence Jobs: Scotland

Wednesday 30 October 2024 · 2 questions

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Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The Secretary of State for Defence has regular discussions with the Ministry of Defence on supporting Scotland's defence sector.
  • The Secretary of State visited Rosyth dockyard recently to see the work done there.
  • The Secretary of State agrees that engaging with the defence sector is essential for jobs and technology development.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Graeme Downie Lab Dunfermline and Dollar
Defence Scotland
Context

The MP is concerned about the number of defence sector jobs in his constituency and seeks to understand discussions with the Secretary of State for Defence.

Question

What discussions has he had with the Secretary of State for Defence on the number of defence sector jobs in Scotland?

Answer from Martin McCluskey

The Secretary of State has regular discussions with the Ministry of Defence on supporting Scotland's defence sector, which contributes to growth and security. He visited Rosyth dockyard recently to see the work done there.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Details of specific discussions regarding job numbers were not provided.

How: Visited Rosyth Dockyard Recently

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Q2 Graeme Downie Lab Dunfermline and Dollar
Employment Scotland Business & Trade
Context

The MP is concerned about the SNP's failure to support recruitment of highly skilled workers in the defence sector, impacting security and economic growth.

Question

Does he agree that the SNP's lack of support for recruiting skilled workers from his constituency is a damning indictment? Will he ensure full contribution to UK's security and future economic growth?

Answer from Martin McCluskey

The Secretary of State agrees that engaging with the defence sector is essential for jobs and technology development. All have a responsibility to promote skilled work in Scotland, and he reassures that the Government will continue to champion the defence sectors.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific commitment to ensure full contribution was not provided.

How: All Have A Responsibility To Promote, Champion The Defence Sectors

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