Alistair Carns DSO OBE MC MP, the Minister for Veterans and People at the Ministry of Defence, has outlined Labour's commitment to empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as a cornerstone of the UK's national security and economic prosperity.
In a recent address, Alistair Carns highlighted the critical, innovative role that small and medium-sized businesses and subject matter experts play within the UK economy, with a particular focus on the defence sector. He affirmed that the government is dedicated to breaking down barriers and ensuring these dynamic enterprises can thrive and contribute to our national endeavours.
The Minister stressed that in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, harnessing the agility and ingenuity of SMEs is not just an economic imperative, but a matter of national security.
