Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps his Department is taking to support cadet units in (a) state schools and (b) wider community settings.

The Cadet Forces are a key part of the Government's youth agenda and receive cross-party support. They help young people broaden their horizons, unlock their potential, and enable them to feel they can be part of something rewarding. The Ministry of Defence is continuing to invest in the Cadet Expansion Programme to sustain and grow cadet units in schools, particularly those in the state sector, as part of our commitment to Levelling Up. We are also committed to support cadet units in the wider community across the UK, to bring this fantastic opportunity to even more young people.