The UK's Minister for Defence Procurement and Industry, Maria Eagle, visited BAE Systems in Glasgow to give the keynote speech at the traditional steel-cutting ceremony for the new Type 26 frigate, HMS Sheffield. The Type 26 frigates will replace the current Type 23 fleet and will be among the world’s most advanced warships. Nearly 2,000 jobs and apprenticeships will be supported through the production of Type 26 frigates, providing valuable employment opportunities for skilled workers and apprentices in Scotland. Around 4,000 jobs will be supported throughout the UK supply chain, in a boost to the economy. Read more here: https://ow.ly/ueAT50Ui2pq
Tell her to procure some black shoe polish.
Why does so many big contracts fall into the hands of Scotland. When H&W and so many others could benefit from these lucrative contracts. The reason is simple, Votes
Cutting steel was Sheffields great business but now we have HMS Sheffield (the shiny sheff) Sheffield an iconic steel making part of the UK being built in Scotland. Mmm
Hang on, I thought this is the women who wants to gey rid of our nuclear deterrent and reduce our spending on defence. Or has this suddenly changed when she got to power!!!
Do you suppose the Minister might have polished her shoes for such an event?
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1dGood to see the name Sheffield return to Naval Service. An honourable name and an honourable history