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Asked by Derek TwiggLabourMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 17 March 2025UIN 36605

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he plans to produce a National Defence Plan.

Answered by Luke Pollard

Defence is supporting the Cabinet Office on the design and implementation of an internal-to-government Home Defence Programme. This will further enhance UK national security and resilience through bolstering civilian-military coordination and HMG’s overall preparedness.

The upcoming Strategic Defence Review will reflect the importance of strengthening national resilience and reinforcing the UK’s homeland security to keep the country safe and protect its citizens.

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