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Conclusion 7

3rd Report – Securing Scotland's future: Defence skills and jobs Published 15 Sep 2026 Addressed to Scotland Office

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Conclusion (the committee's words)
The MOD should incentivise prime contractors to take a more active role in supporting Scottish SMEs. Procurement processes should take into account the extent to which prime contractors help SMEs overcome barriers to participating in the defence sector, with a view to favouring companies that demonstrate strong support for SME growth and inclusion in defence supply chains. (Recommendation, Paragraph 45)

From: Scottish Affairs Committee, 3rd Report – Securing Scotland's future: Defence skills and jobs (HC 165), 15 September 2026

Government response

Government response awaited: deadline 14 November 2026.