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Defence: Finance

Asked by Alan GemmellLabourMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 10 July 2026UIN 15576

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on defence investment in Ayrshire.

Answered by Luke Pollard

The Strategic Defence Reveiw prioritises investment in the UK workforce and domestic industry, and recognises Scotland's role as a key hub for defence infrastructure and economic growth.

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