Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer unveiled the government’s comprehensive defence strategy for the next decade.
The wide-ranging review of UK defence capabilities, dubbed “root and branch,” was led by Lord Robertson, former UK Defence Secretary and NATO Secretary General. The review examined all aspects of national defence, from equipment and personnel to emerging threats. The full report is available online.
The government affirmed its commitment to implementing all 62 recommendations from the review.
Key highlights of the government’s response include:
Increased defence spending is anticipated to boost contracts for Welsh military suppliers.
Proposed legislation will establish an independent welfare watchdog to oversee military investigations.
A £15 billion investment in the nuclear warhead program at AWE Aldermaston was announced.
Sir Richard Knighton will succeed Admiral Sir Tony Radakin as the next Chief of the Defence Staff.
An inquest revealed the death of L/Cpl Bernard Mongan, 33, found deceased at Catterick Barracks in January 2020.