Written questions

Defence: Finance

2026-06-30 · Treasury · 14892 · Official question

James Cartlidge

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, if she will provide a breakdown of how much of the current financial settlement for the Defence Investment Plan is unfunded.

Answer

The government has confirmed an additional £15 billion for the Defence Investment Plan between 2026-27 and 2029-30. This package has been funded by reprioritising public spending, acting within our fiscal rules and without taking resources away from day-t...