Defence: Procurement

Ministry of Defence written question – answered at on 23 May 2024.

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Photo of Maria Eagle Maria Eagle Shadow Minister (Defence)

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of inviting representatives from the steel industry to attend the Defence Suppliers Forum.

Photo of James Cartlidge James Cartlidge The Minister of State, Ministry of Defence

The MOD is currently reviewing the structure, focus and membership of the Defence Suppliers Forum (DSF) to incorporate the full range of expertise and experience in the Defence supply chain. We carefully assess all potential members of the DSF on the basis of their expertise and ability to add value to the forum.

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