GMB Union has responded the the long-awaited Defence Investment Plan, announced today [Tuesday].
Matt Roberts, GMB National Officer, said:
“Today's Defence Investment Plan provides some stability for a sector besieged by insecurity.
"The challenge now is delivery - workers will judge this plan on real jobs, real investment, and real outcomes.
"We must rebuild our own sovereign capability, and strong defence depends on a strong workforce.
"Procurement must prioritise social value and public money must come with the right strings attached – fair pay, decent conditions, and trade union recognition.
"GMB welcomes renewed focus on defence investment, but the real test is whether this delivers jobs, skills, and secure work here in the UK."
