Covid-19 Defence Industry 2020-05-12
2020-05-12
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The UK's defence sector employs 119,000 people directly and is crucial to national security. The aviation industry is facing a collapse in demand, affecting the defence industry.
What recent assessment has been made of the impact of the covid-19 pandemic on the defence industry? Will the Government now commit to bringing forward major research and development programmes and clean tech to support the sector?
The Government are providing a range of help and support across all industries, including defence. In particular, we have been clear about our desire to do everything possible to assist. This includes ensuring prompt payment and looking at interim payments where appropriate to support companies in the industry.
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