Defence: Innovation and Research
Commons · Question 908406 · Tabled 12 Mar 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record
Answered 19 Mar 2026
Question
Asked by Gregory Stafford
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps she is taking with Cabinet colleagues to help improve research and innovation in the defence sector.
Answer
Answered by Ian Murray, 19 Mar 2026
The Strategic Defence Review and Industrial Strategy were clear. Innovation is central to deterrence and decisive factors in war. DSIT is working closely with the Ministry of Defence to implement the Defence Industrial Strategy. UKRI are delivering £550m ...