House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Factories of the future update – making defence an engine for growth.
19 November 2025 · Ministry of Defence
Proposed by John Healey Lab Rawmarsh and Conisbrough
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- Government to invest 1.5 billion in energetics and munitions infrastructure.
- MOD seeking industry proposals for six new factories at least 13 potential sites.
- First factory construction to start within a year, aiming to create 1,000 jobs.
Issue summary
The Minister of Defence is providing an update on the Strategic Defence Review's commitment to invest £1.5 billion in energetics and munitions infrastructure, including building six new factories.
Action requested
The MOD has identified at least 13 potential sites for new munitions and energetics factories and invited industry to submit proposals to meet its requirements for energetic production, with construction expected to begin on the first factory within a year. The government aims to create 1,000 jobs through this initiative.
Key facts
- £1.5 billion of additional defence investment committed for energetics and munitions.
- At least 6 new munitions and energetics factories planned during this parliament, creating at least 1,000 jobs.
- 13 potential sites identified across different regions of the UK including Grangemouth in Scotland, Teesside in Northeast England, and Milford Haven in Wales.
- The MOD will publish its requirements for energetic production online today, covering nine key materials.
- Construction on the first factory is expected to begin within a year.