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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

The Defence and Security Industrial Strategy: Update

18 May 2022 · Ministry of Defence

Proposed by Jeremy Quin Con Horsham

Defence

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Defence and Security Industrial Strategy progress is updated in Parliament
  • Publication of the Land Industrial Strategy is announced to foster long-term collaboration
  • The Defence Technology Exploitation Programme is set to launch to support SMEs and higher-tier suppliers

Issue summary

The statement updates Parliament on the progress of the Defence and Security Industrial Strategy and announces the publication of the Land Industrial Strategy.

Action requested

Publication of the Land Industrial Strategy is announced to promote a long-term collaborative approach in the sector, along with ongoing reforms in acquisition and procurement processes. The Minister also mentions launching the Defence Technology Exploitation Programme soon to support SMEs and higher-tier suppliers.

Key facts

  • The Land Industrial Strategy will be published on the gov.uk website.
  • Over 50 DSIS commitments have been met over the past year.
  • A refreshed SME Action Plan was published in January to create opportunities for SMEs.
  • The Defence Technology Exploitation Programme (DTEP) is being launched soon.
  • £6.6bn ringfenced investment over four years for Research and Development.
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