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Review of the UK's Defence and Security Industrial Strategy

05 March 2020

Proposing MP
Ben Wallace Con
Wyre and Preston North
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Defence
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

Mr Ben Wallace is reviewing the UK's defence and security industrial sectors as part of the broader Integrated Review.

Action Requested

The Ministry of Defence will lead a cross-government team to engage with industry, Parliament, and other stakeholders in this review process. The House will be updated on progress.

Key Facts

  • The UK has a world-leading defence and security industrial base that contributes significantly to national security and prosperity.
  • The sector employs hundreds of thousands of people, including apprentices, across the UK.
  • The Integrated Review aims to define long-term strategic aims for national security and foreign policy.
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