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LSEG welcomes the Ministry of Defence to close the Market

Posted: 13 May 2025

The Rt Hon John Healey MP, Secretary of State for Defence, closed the market at the London Stock Exchange, launching a new partnership between UK Defence, industry, and investors.

This new package of measures will support the growth of British defence start-ups and scale-ups, making it easier than ever to do business with UK Defence.

“UK Defence is open for business,” said Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey MP. “Together we can make Britain secure at home and strong abroad.”

Daniel Maguire, Group Head, LSEG Markets, added:
“We welcome the Government’s new measures and hope LSEG can support initiatives that help unlock capital, boost growth, and promote innovation.”

Read the welcome story here

#LSEG #UKDefence #CapitalMarkets

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-engine-for-growth-package-announced-as-defence-secretary-closes-london-stock-exchange

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