Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether he has had recent discussions with industry representatives on the potential for manufacturers based in Wales to help (a) replenish and (b) increase the UK’s munitions stockpiles.

Ministers and officials in the Ministry of Defence have regular and productive discussions with industry regarding both the replenishment of weapons and munitions granted to Ukraine, as well as potential opportunities to increase munition production. These ongoing discussions are with industry representatives from across the UK, including manufacturers with sites based in Wales.