No go for GoCo
Above: Secretary of State for Defence, Philip Hammond.
He said that although GoCo remains a potential future solution to the challenge of transforming the Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), defence procurement will still be undertaken by DE&S within the Ministry of Defence (MoD).
Paul Everitt, chief executive of defence trade organisation commented: “The UK Defence Sector recognises that defence acquisition reform is necessary to ensure our Armed Forces have the equipment and support they need.
"The potential benefits of reform for industry through improved efficiency, reduced bidding costs and greater funding stability are significant. A more intelligent customer equipped with appropriate financial, commercial and operation experience will benefit the UK taxpayer and the defence industry.
“The Defence Secretary’s announcement provides greater clarity over likely path of changes to defence acquisition. ADS will work closely with MoD and colleagues across Government to ensure the successful implementation of this important programme of reform.”
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