House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Votes A Annual Estimate 2026-27
09 February 2026 · Ministry of Defence
Proposed by John Healey Lab Rawmarsh and Conisbrough
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Key points
- The Ministry of Defence outlines its Votes A Estimate for 2026/27
- Planned personnel increases and recruitment efforts are detailed
- No specific action is requested beyond providing this information
Issue summary
The statement outlines the Ministry of Defence's Votes A Estimate for 2026/27, detailing planned personnel increases and recruitment efforts.
Action requested
No specific action is requested beyond providing information about the 2026/27 military staffing estimates and associated growth plans.
Key facts
- The Ministry of Defence has laid before the House its Votes A Estimate for Financial Year 2026/27 as HC1660.
- The report includes increases for Reserve Naval and Marine Forces, Army Regulars, and Reserves.
- Strategic Defence Review 2025 outlines targeted interventions to improve recruitment and retention.
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