From the UK Government‘s defence minister Luke Pollard, above, yesterday: Long-term defence commitment in Scotland helps secure jobs and billions in export deals – Increased defence investment and dedication to Scottish defence industry directly supported £1.1bn in inward investment with defence firm Thales, securing and sustaining over 500 jobs. Hundreds of Scottish jobs are being created as the UK Government’s long-term commitment to defence investment in Scotland is helping secure deals with international partners.  The certainty of the government’s dedication to Scotland has paved the way for £1.1 billion in inward investment with defence firm Thales, securing significant export deals … Continue reading In Labour’s second year, MOD spending in Scotland is still lower than the UK average, 18% higher, despite hosting the nuclear subs