House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Defence Nuclear Update
25 March 2024 · Ministry of Defence
Proposed by Grant Shapps Con Welwyn Hatfield
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The UK's nuclear defence programme is crucial for national security and prosperity.
- The Command Paper outlines investment of at least 763 million to create a skilled workforce.
- A 'Plan for Barrow' is launched with a ten-year fund of 20 million per year to support the local community.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the UK's nuclear defence programme and its importance for national security and prosperity.
Action requested
The Command Paper outlines the investment of at least £763 million by the Civil and Defence Nuclear Sectors to create a skilled workforce, including over 5,000 new apprentices and doubling the number of graduates. Additionally, a 'Plan for Barrow' is launched with an initial ten-year fund of £20 million per year to support the local community involved in submarine building.
Key facts
- The UK's nuclear programme is established as a critical ‘National Endeavour’.
- At least £763 million will be invested by Civil and Defence Nuclear Sectors for skills, jobs, and education by 2030.
- Over 5,000 new apprentices and double the number of graduates will be created over four years.
- A Barrow Transformation Fund with an initial ten-year commitment of £20 million per year is announced to support the local community in Barrow-in-Furness.