PM wants delayed defence investment plan published by Nato summit, MPs told
Summary
The UK Prime Minister plans to release a long-delayed 10-year defence investment plan before next month’s NATO summit. Defence workers, industry leaders, and politicians expressed concern that the delay threatens jobs, skills, and national security.Key Facts
- The 10-year defence investment plan (DIP) was originally expected in autumn 2025 but is now planned before the NATO summit on July 7.
- The DIP will outline funding for new equipment and defence infrastructure following a strategic review published in June 2025.
- Union leaders and defence firms warn the delay harms British jobs, skills, and companies, with some fearing relocation abroad.
- The government says it has signed 1,200 major defence deals since the July 2024 election and is continuing without waiting for the DIP.
- Defence Minister Luke Pollard emphasized ongoing contracts with both large and small companies.
- Industry groups note a potential £28 billion defence spending gap and warn that Britain may face serious military threats around 2027.
- Unions insist spending must take place in the UK to protect jobs and production lines for key projects like the Typhoon jets and Skynet satellites.
- Some MPs express skepticism about the government’s timetable and financial plans for the DIP.
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