Scotland Risks Missing Out on Defence Spending Boost

Scotland risks missing out on defence spending boost

Scotland is well placed to benefit from increased defence spending but risks missing out unless skills shortages are addressed, according to a report. The post Scotland risks missing out on defence spending boost first appeared on UK Defence Journal.

Scotland 'risks missing defence investment benefits amid skills shortages'

Scotland could miss out on the benefits of increased UK defence spending unless longstanding skills shortages are tackled, MPs have warned.

Scotland’s defence sector is facing a looming jobs crisis

A report from the Scottish Affairs Committee moves quickly to highlight crucial warnings facing Scotland’s defence sector – and urges both the UK and Scottish governments to step up

SNP Government's attitude to defence is 'damaging' prospects

Scotland risks missing out on increased defence spending if persistent skills shortages are not addressed while negative approach to the industry by the SNP Government may be damaging jobs.