Written questions

Defence and National Security

2026-07-13 · Ministry of Defence · 18796 · Official question

Ben Obese-Jecty

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Defence Investment Plan, published on 30 June 2026, chapter 3, paragraph 19, by when does he plan to deliver a national conversation campaign on defence and security.

Answer

The National Conversation is essential to promote unity of effort across society and support a whole-of-society approach to UK deterrence and defence. In many ways, the conversation has already begun, as evidenced in the Prime Minister’s statement evidenc...