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Foreign Involvement in the Defence Supply Chain
Defence Committee
HC 699
Published 14 February 2021
Government response
Fifth Special Report: Foreign Involvement in the Defence Supply Chain: Government Response to the Committee's Fourth Report of Session 2019–21 · published 27 Apr 2021
Recommendations & Conclusions
7
Recommendation
Deferred
Para 32
The relative indifference of the Ministry of Defence to the possible relocation of General Electric’s...
Recommendation
The relative indifference of the Ministry of Defence to the possible relocation of General Electric’s Rugby facility was concerning. We are pleased that this important industrial capacity ultimately remained in the UK. The Ministry of Defence should prioritise the maintenance …
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Government Response Summary
The government refutes the perception of indifference regarding the GE Rugby facility, stating the MOD worked hard to retain it. It addresses the recommendation to prioritise sovereign capability by confirming that the ongoing Defence and Security Industrial Strategy (DSIS) review is considering a strategic approach to maintain the right industrial base, including clarity on onshore needs.
Ministry of Defence
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