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Defence: Contracts

Asked by James CartlidgeConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 4 November 2025UIN 85235

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Department's press release, entitled Government launches Back British industry call to action to boost UK jobs, businesses and skills, published on 23 October 2025, what the total is cost of

Answered by Luke Pollard

Supporting the new Defence Office for Small Business Growth office is a priority, and we will ensure it has appropriate funding necessary to establish itself and deliver on its objectives.

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