Context
The MP is concerned about the impact of increased defence spending on his constituency. He references the potential for local jobs and supply chains to benefit from this investment.
Question
I welcome the Government’s increased investment in the defence sector in Pembrokeshire; it represents a real opportunity for businesses and the local community, with good, well-paid jobs and strong local supply chains all strengthening our national security. Can the Minister set out what engagement he has had with the local supply chain, as well as any discussions regarding the new munitions and energetics factory in Milford Haven?
Answer from The Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry (Luke Pollard)
Since I met my hon. Friend, we have been discussing how we can not only roll out faster the new munitions factories that the Government have committed to deliver but support growth in skills, and our £182 million for skills in the defence industrial strategy includes skills funding for Wales. The defence growth deal provides the opportunity to uplift skills for defence right across Wales, and I am happy to continue our conversations on how that can benefit my hon. Friend’s constituents in Pembrokeshire.
Not addressed: The minister did not provide specific details about discussions regarding the new munitions and energetics factory in Milford Haven or direct engagement with the local supply chain.
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