Scotland Defence Growth Deal
2026-06-10
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Q1
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The MP is concerned about the impact of a specific government initiative on Scotland's industrial base.
What assessment he has made with Cabinet colleagues of the potential impact of the Scotland defence growth deal on Scotland?
The UK Government's £50 million Scottish defence growth deal is a true step change for Scotland's industrial base. It will support jobs, skills and regional growth. The deal includes £10 million for innovation facilities, both on the Clyde and in Rosyth.
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The MP is interested in the support provided by the government to Scottish defence industry sites, particularly mentioning a successful project at Methil.
Can my right hon. Friend assure me that he will work with his Ministry of Defence colleagues to support Scottish yards, including Methil in my constituency? Last month, it delivered the Seahorse pontoon ahead of schedule and on budget, and it has a skilled workforce who are ready to take on new defence contracts, including Programme Euston.
There is no more doughty defender of, or advocate for, the Navantia yard than my hon. Friend. I was delighted to visit the yard with my hon. Friend a few weeks ago, and I congratulate the workforce on completing the Seahorse pontoon ahead of schedule. Having visited the yard, I have seen at first hand the expertise and commitment of the workforce, and of the young apprentices there.
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The assurance for future support with MoD colleagues was not explicitly given.
Visiting The Yard
Congratulating On Completion
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