New government figures show defence spending supported 26,000 additional UK jobs in 2024/25, with ministers pointing to rising investment as a driver of industrial growth and reindustrialisation across the country. UK defence-supported employment rose by 26,000 roles in 2024/25, according to figures published by the Ministry of Defence, as growing investment across the sector continues to expand industrial capacity and create jobs in regions across the country. The increase takes the total number of roles supported by UK defence activity to 462,000, spanning the Armed Forces, industry, and the Civil Service. The growth was not evenly spread: the North West…
