Official breakdowns show increases in almost all areas and
nations
Notable increases in spending recorded in Northern Ireland and
Wales
Figures show more than 200,000 jobs are supported through the
UK’s defence industry
The 2022/23 statistics, published today, detail the money spent
by the MOD with UK defence companies. The breadth of spending
highlights the government’s commitment to continually improving
the defence sector, while supporting the economy and creating
hundreds of thousands of jobs across the country.
Yorkshire and The Humber saw a doubling in overall expenditure,
the highest of all areas, while Wales saw a 25 per cent rise in
the same figure.
An average of £370 is being spent with the UK defence industry
for each person living in the UK, showing the level of spending
that helps keep the nation protected.
The latest jobs figures – published in the summer - also show
209,000 UK jobs are supported through the MOD’s expenditure with
our defence industry.
Defence Secretary, said:
As threats increase across the globe, it’s crucial that
investment in our Armed Forces matches that picture.
That’s why we’re spending more than £50 billion annually on
helping equip our military with cutting-edge capabilities, so
they can continue to protect our freedoms around the clock.
These statistics demonstrate how all parts of the UK are playing
their part in that crucial work, delivering through our fantastic
defence industry and boosting local prosperity.
The UK has experienced its third consecutive year of increased
spending, with the Southeast of England receiving the highest MOD
Expenditure with UK Industry, followed by the Southwest.
Wales and Northern Ireland saw an increased level of expenditure
compared to last year’s statistics, highlighting the key role the
Nations play, with Scotland leading the investment with more than
£2 billion spent annually.
Background
- The stats published on Thursday 8 February regarding spend
with UK industry can be found here.
- The latest figures on jobs supported through UK industry can
be found here.
