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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

National Shipbuilding Strategy

10 March 2022 · Ministry of Defence

Proposed by Ben Wallace Con Wyre and Preston North

Defence

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Minister of Defence announced the publication of a refreshed National Shipbuilding Strategy.
  • The strategy includes 4bn in investment over three years to support the UK shipbuilding sector.
  • A Command Paper detailing the strategy has been laid before Parliament.

Issue summary

The Minister of Defence is announcing the publication of the refreshed National Shipbuilding Strategy, which aims to support the growth of the entire UK shipbuilding sector.

Action requested

Today's announcement includes a comprehensive package of Government support and £4bn in investment over three years to further the renaissance of shipbuilding across the UK. The strategy has been endorsed by both Government and industry, with a Command Paper laid before Parliament.

Key facts

  • £4bn of investment over the next three years.
  • Refreshed strategy encompasses naval and civil shipbuilding sectors and their supply chains.
  • Endorsed by both Government and industry.
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