Ministry of Defence: Civil Servants
Lords · Question HL1685 · Tabled 6 Jul 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record
Answered 20 Jul 2026
Question
Asked by The Earl of Minto
To ask His Majesty's Government by what percentage the Ministry of Defence has reduced its civil service costs since 2 June 2025.
Answer
Answered by Lord Coaker, 20 Jul 2026
The Defence Investment Plan reaffirms the Department's commitment, set out in the Strategic Defence Review, to reduce civil service costs by 10% by 2030. Progress will be assessed using audited cost data at the end of each financial year, ensuring that pe...