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Defence: Finance

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 22 May 2026UIN 741

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, from what financial year will the 10-year Defence Investment Plan start.

Answered by Luke Pollard

The Defence Investment Plan will set out an affordable and deliverable plan for Defence for the next 10 years, detailing the Department's investment priorities and the capabilities required to meet emerging threats. It will be published as soon as possible.

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