Strategic RAF sites Wyton and Brize Norton anchor a key cluster for defence and dual-use innovation.
The UK’s leading region for computing, data science, space innovation; home to world famous universities and the Harwell Campus, digital primes, OEMs and the National Centre for Geospatial Intelligence.
25,100 Jobs Total MOD-Supported Direct Industry, Civilian and Military Jobs across the East of England, 2023/24
86,300 Jobs Total MOD-Supported Direct Industry, Civilian and Military Jobs across the South East, 2023/24
Partnerships with regional leaders
The government will work with regional and local leaders to support defence industry growth across the UK. In England, Mayoral Strategic Authorities will develop 10-year Local Growth Plans showing how they’ll use their powers and funding to boost regional growth. Regular discussions between government and these authorities will ensure local plans align with national policies to help the defence sector succeed locally.
This partnership combines national strategy with local expertise to create the best conditions for the defence industry to thrive throughout the UK.