23 Jul The Strategic Defence Review: Challenges and Opportunities

The Government has just announced its “root and branch” strategic review of the UK’s armed forces. The review will take into account the challenging geopolitical environment and the capabilities and resources the UK needs to meet current and emerging threats. Work is beginning now, with submissions requested by the end of September and recommendations expected in the first half of 2025.

Robin MacKenzie, CEO of Strategy International, interviewed Evie Aspinall, Director of BFPG, and Seumas Kerr CBE, Managing Director of the D Group, about their initial views on the context and likely content of the review.

Our view is that a successful strategic defence review will need to be tied into a national growth agenda and aligned across the various departments within Whitehall. It will need to translated into a tangible and costed set of activities underpinned by clear accountabilities for delivery. Finally, we see this as an excellent opportunity for the defence industry and civil society to be involved in shaping recommendations and driving forward this key piece of our national agenda well into the future.

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