Written question WQ100141
- Asked by
- Huw ThomasLabour
- To be answered by
- First Minister
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 8 days
Question
Will the First Minister provide an update as to the implementation of the Defence Growth Deal for Wales and define the minimum economic benefits the Welsh Government expects it to deliver for Wales?
Answer
Answered by First Minister (Rhun ap Iorwerth)
Implementation of the Defence Growth Deal is progressing through joint working between the Welsh Government, UK Government, industry and other partners. Governance arrangements have been established, including an Executive Board and supporting working groups, to oversee delivery of the Deal's objectives and coordinate activity across the priority workstreams.
The Welsh Government continues to work closely with the UK Government and industry partners to maximise the benefits of the Deal and ensure that the opportunities it creates support sustainable economic growth, innovation and quality jobs across Wales.
An ethical defence framework is being developed, informed by discussions with Scottish Government and Northern Ireland Executive counterparts, and will guide future engagement with the relevant sectors.