UK Defence Boost to Create Scottish Jobs, Says Reeves

During the Babcock Fife visit, Chancellor Rachel Reeves raised UK export finance program funds by £2 billion. The new funding exists to help UK-based companies sell armored vehicles abroad plus create work opportunities near the production site.

By raising their lending funds from 8 billion to 10 billion UK Export Finance will offer more financial backing to UK exporters and buyers of British products. The government introduced this program as part of its plan to improve national defense readiness when international threats rise.

Reves believes the investment will produce Scottish jobs and wealth protection even when the world remains unstable. Based on limited resources the Chancellor justified spending more on defense by redirecting the budget from worldwide development programs. UK Export Finance the government agency will use these assets to support business ventures between British exporters and international buyers.