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UK Defence Secretary Announces £642 million Investment in Next Gen Successor SSBN.
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HMS Vanguard, head of Vanguard class SSBN, the current class of Royal Navy SSBN set to be replaced around 2024 by a new class (Picture: Royal Navy/Crown Copyright) |
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Defence
Secretary Michael Fallon said: Our nuclear deterrent provides the ultimate guarantee of our security and our way of life. That’s why we are getting on with this investment. This money will support further design work, new infrastructure and the purchase of key parts such as engines and gearboxes, as well as jobs across the UK. This investment of £642 million will take the total cost of the Assessment phase to £3.9 billion. |
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