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John Healey: “The government will develop a new approach that looks to give credit in future defence contract decisions to…”

On the recordJune 9, 2026
The government will develop a new approach that looks to give credit in future defence contract decisions to British-based companies based on a genuine, substantive presence in Britain and long-term commitments to British communities and British supply chains.
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John Healey
Labour Party
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bbc.com

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Speaking at the GMB Union's congress on Tuesday

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