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Ministry of Defence

16 quarterly returns published on GOV.UK, covering quarters from 1 May 2010 to 31 December 2026; 1,779 recorded ministerial meetings read from the meetings files.

Returns, latest first

QuarterPublishedFiles
1 January 2026 to 31 December 202625 June 2026Travel · Meetings (36 rows read)
1 January 2025 to 31 December 202525 June 2025Travel · Meetings (22 rows read) · Travel · Meetings (26 rows read) · Travel · Meetings (14 rows read) · Travel · Meetings (18 rows read)
1 October 2024 to 31 December 202427 March 2025Travel · Meetings (13 rows read)
1 January 2024 to 31 December 202428 August 2024Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (20 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (21 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (15 rows read)
1 January 2023 to 31 December 202318 October 2023Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (9 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (20 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (14 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (18 rows read)
1 January 2022 to 31 December 202214 July 2022Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (20 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (46 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (19 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (20 rows read)
1 January 2021 to 31 December 202115 July 2021Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (74 rows read) · Travel · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (74 rows read) · Travel · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (26 rows read) · Travel · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (8 rows read) · Travel
1 January 2020 to 31 December 20204 August 2020Travel · Meetings (51 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (63 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (36 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (91 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts
1 January 2019 to 31 December 201921 June 2019Travel · Meetings (52 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Hospitality · Gifts · Meetings (46 rows read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (90 rows read) · Travel · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (17 rows read) · Travel
1 January 2018 to 31 December 201829 June 2018Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (46 rows read) · Travel · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (45 rows read) · Travel · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (65 rows read) · Travel · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (48 rows read) · Travel
1 January 2017 to 31 December 201730 June 2017Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (62 rows read) · Travel · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (83 rows read) · Travel · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (3 rows read) · Travel · Gifts · Hospitality · Meetings (not read) · Travel
1 January 2016 to 31 December 20167 July 2016Travel · Meetings (not read) · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts
1 January 2015 to 31 December 201519 October 2015Hospitality · Travel · Gifts · Meetings (not read) · Hospitality · Travel · Gifts · Meetings (not read) · Hospitality · Travel · Gifts · Meetings (not read) · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Gifts
1 January 2014 to 31 December 201431 October 2014Travel · Hospitality · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Gifts · Hospitality · Travel · Meetings (not read)
1 January 2013 to 31 December 201324 September 2014Meetings (not read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Hospitality · Travel · Gifts
1 May 2010 to 31 December 20121 May 2010Hospitality · Meetings (32 rows read) · Hospitality · Travel · Other · Meetings (22 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Other · Meetings (37 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (54 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (42 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (61 rows read) · Meetings (34 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (35 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (59 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (36 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (not read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Gifts · Gifts · Travel · Meetings (36 rows read) · Hospitality · Gifts · Travel

Most recorded counterparts

Counted by rows in the meetings files, with the counterpart cell exactly as the department wrote it. The same organisation written two ways is two lines here; nothing is merged by resemblance.

Counterpart, as recordedMeetingsFirstLatest
BAE Systems11610 July 20172 July 2025
Rolls Royce3617 July 201729 April 2024
MBDA294 September 20179 March 2026
Thales2914 July 201719 November 2020
Babcock2711 July 20171 May 2024
Lockheed Martin2713 July 201721 March 2021
Airbus2314 July 201714 July 2022
Leonardo223 July 201724 September 2025
QinetiQ2117 July 201710 November 2025
Single Source Regulations Office1921 February 201817 March 2022
Boeing1714 July 201726 June 2025
Northrop Grumman1714 July 201714 April 2021
ADS1611 July 201724 February 2022
Raytheon1514 July 201728 January 2021
Royal British Legion1318 September 20196 May 2025
General Dynamics1218 September 201711 March 2026
BAE Systems plc1111 January 202410 March 2026
BAE Systems PLC107 October 202218 December 2023
Airbus SE923 January 202327 January 2026
Aircraft Carrier Alliance96 July 201727 November 2018

Recorded meetings, most recent 300

DateMinisterMetPurpose, as recordedFile
26 March 2026Luke PollardWelsh Trade UnionsTo discuss armoured vehicles.CSV
26 March 2026Luke PollardSaab AutomobileTo discuss investment, innovation, exports, European collaboration and UK/SWE partnership.CSV
25 March 2026Louise Sandher-JonesGreenwich Foundation for the Old Royal Naval CollegeIntroductory meeting, as Greenwich Foundation is a stakeholder in Greenwich Hospital.CSV
25 March 2026Louise Sandher-JonesLABRATSPart of regular updates to advocacy group for nuclear veterans.CSV
17 March 2026Luke PollardHoneywell International IncTo discuss the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) and opportunities.CSV
12 March 2026Luke PollardNational Manufacturing Institute Scotland; University of StrathclydeA panel discussion on recent announcements on the Defence Growth Deal.CSV
12 March 2026Luke PollardThales GroupA meeting to discuss Thales' manufacturing capabilities.CSV
11 March 2026Luke PollardGeneral DynamicsTo discuss armoured vehicles.CSV
11 March 2026Louise Sandher-JonesConfederation of British Serving and Ex-Service Organisations (COBSEO)Routine meeting to discuss VALOUR and veterans strategy.CSV
10 March 2026Luke PollardBabcock International Group plcTo discuss submarine maintenance.CSV
10 March 2026Luke PollardBAE Systems plcTo discuss international export campaigns.CSV
9 March 2026Luke PollardThales GroupTo discuss export opportunities.CSV
9 March 2026Luke PollardCambridge AerospaceTo discuss export opportunities.CSV
9 March 2026Luke PollardMBDATo discuss export opportunities.CSV
3 March 2026Louise Sandher-JonesCombat StressMeeting with CEO to understand Combat Stress priorities and areas of mutual interest.CSV
24 February 2026Luke PollardBabcock International Group plcVisit to an MOD industry partner's site.CSV
23 February 2026John HealeyLeonardo S.p.A.Catchup with a MOD industry partner.CSV
23 February 2026Louise Sandher-JonesWorldwide Business Research LtdDefence GeospatiaI Intelligence Conference.CSV
12 February 2026Luke PollardBabcock International Group plcVisit to an MOD industry partner's site.CSV
10 February 2026Luke PollardGeneral DynamicsTo discuss armoured vehicles.CSV
10 February 2026Luke PollardHanwha AerospaceTo discuss opportunities in the UK.CSV
5 February 2026John HealeyLeonardo S.p.A.Catchup with a MOD industry partner.CSV
3 February 2026Luke PollardThales GroupQuarterly catchup between the Minister and Thales CEO.CSV
3 February 2026Luke PollardAnduril IndustriesTo discuss job and skill creation opportunities.CSV
27 January 2026Luke PollardAirbus SETo discuss aircraft and Space.CSV
27 January 2026Luke PollardL3Harris TechnologiesTo discuss the Strategic Defence Review (SDR), Land modernisation, Combat Air and Maritime & Nuclear.CSV
27 January 2026Luke PollardPeople for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)To discuss Defence areas of interest to PETA.CSV
22 January 2026Luke PollardUnite The UnionTo discuss the Union's campaigns in Defence.CSV
21 January 2026John HealeyBabcock International Group plcCatchup with a MOD industry partner.CSV
20 January 2026Luke PollardBAE Systems plcQuarterly catchup between the Minister and BAE Systems CEO.CSV
20 January 2026Alistair CarnsALTO DronesVisit to drone site to see UK activity.CSV
20 January 2026Alistair CarnsNew Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE)Launching degree course.CSV
14 January 2026Louise Sandher-JonesForces Pension SocietyMeeting to set out the Forces Pension Society's role and purpose and key challenges from Forces Pension Society perspective.CSV
13 January 2026Luke PollardUnite The UnionTo discuss the Union's campaigns in Defence.CSV
12 January 2026Luke PollardLeonardo S.p.A.To discuss New Medium Helicopter (NMH).CSV
17 December 2025Luke PollardRolls-Royce HoldingsDefence industry meeting on growth and skillsCSV
17 December 2025Luke PollardGeneral Sir Richard BarronsDiscussion on the armyCSV
16 December 2025Lord CoakerChinook Justice CampaignEngagement with bereaved families groupCSV
16 December 2025Alistair CarnsChinook FamiliesEngagement with bereaved families groupCSV
10 December 2025Alistair CarnsDom Nicholls, Associate Editor, TelegraphBeing interviewedCSV
1 December 2025Luke PollardSafranDefence industry meeting regarding defence productionCSV
1 December 2025Alistair CarnsSir John MajorPersonal meetingCSV
19 November 2025Lord CoakerProgressive Policy InstituteDiscussion on Ukraine policyCSV
18 November 2025Luke PollardTVS Supply Chain SolutionsDiscussion on supply chainsCSV
11 November 2025Luke PollardADS GroupDiscussion regarding defence skills and learningCSV
10 November 2025Luke PollardQinetiQDefence industry meeting on their workCSV
9 November 2025Luke PollardGeneral DynamicsDefence industry meeting regarding land systemsCSV
4 November 2025Luke PollardAltoIntroduction and priorities discussionCSV
4 November 2025Luke PollardQinetiQDefence industry meeting on productivityCSV
4 November 2025Louise Sandher-JonesSoldiers', Sailors', and Airmen's Families AssociationMinisterial AttendanceCSV
28 October 2025Luke PollardAstroscaleDefence industry meeting regarding spaceCSV
23 October 2025Lord CoakerNATO Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear ConferencePromote His Majesty's Government's message on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear threatsCSV
22 October 2025Louise Sandher-JonesAntony CottonIssues regarding CASD and HousingCSV
24 September 2025John HealeyLeonardoDiscussion of New Medium HelicopterCSV
18 September 2025Alistair CarnsThe Royal British Legion, SRRA, SASRA, SBSA, Member of the Victims' Forum, The Confederation of Service Charities (COBSEO), Veterans CommissionersTo discuss the Northern Ireland LegacyCSV
10 September 2025John HealeyPalantirDiscussion of strategic defence partnershipCSV
1 September 2025John HealeyLabrats InternationalDiscussion of Nuclear Test VeteransCSV
1 September 2025Louise Sandher-JonesNASUWT � The Teachers' UnionDiscussion about Ministry of Defence School TeachersCSV
1 September 2025Louise Sandher-JonesLabrats InternationalEngagement regarding Nuclear Test VeteransCSV
6 August 2025John HealeyLeonardoDiscussion of New Medium HelicopterCSV
21 July 2025John HealeyRheinmetallDiscussion of Artillery Barrell ProductionCSV
15 July 2025Maria EagleVertical AerospaceIntroduction meetingCSV
14 July 2025John HealeyTony Gallagher; Editor; Times, Ted Verity; Editor-in-Chief; Mail, Rob Winnett; Deputy Editor; Telegraph, Geordie Greig; Editor-in-Chief; IndependentMedia InterviewsCSV
14 July 2025Maria EagleLockhead MartinGeneral update from Lockhead MartinCSV
7 July 2025John HealeyAirbus SEDiscussion of Space SectorCSV
7 July 2025Louise Sandher-JonesFighting With PridePriorities and Remberance DiscussionsCSV
2 July 2025John HealeyBAE SystemsDiscussion of BAE Systems labour ratesCSV
26 June 2025Maria EagleBoeingMeeting with UK CEO to discuss MOD/Boeing Defence Programmes.CSV
23 June 2025Maria EagleADS Group, Make UK Defence, Leidos, Babcock, Lockheed MartinMeeting with CEO/Head of Organisation as part of Modern Industrial Strategy LaunchCSV
17 June 2025John HealeyUnite the UnionFollow-up from the meeting in April. Discussed Typhoon, NMH and other Defence industrial matters, plus discussion of Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS)CSV
17 June 2025Alistair CarnsCharities round tableDiscussion with charities focused on veterans' support & VALOURCSV
11 June 2025Maria EagleAnduril IndustriesMeeting with Anduril CEO to discuss the the Defence Investment PlanCSV
10 June 2025Alistair CarnsNHS EnglandVeterans medical support Op COURAGECSV
10 June 2025Alistair CarnsWidow of veteranVeterans support and promoting support to veterans - aggrieved widow courtesy meetingCSV
9 June 2025Maria EagleDefence Industrial Joint CommitteeInaugural meeting of the DIJC, attended by SofS Defence, Industry Leaders and Defence ExpertsCSV
3 June 2025Alistair CarnsArmy Families FederationService personnel and families supportCSV
3 June 2025Alistair CarnsFather of veteranVeterans support - aggrieved father courtesy meetingCSV
2 June 2025Maria EagleUnite the Union, Prospect Union, GMB UnionMeeting with leaders of Trade Unions to discuss the Strategic Defence Review LaunchCSV
19 May 2025Maria EagleBAE Systems, Rolls Royce, Babcock, QinetiQ, Leonardo, Rheinmetall, MBDA, Thales, Airbus, Saab, HelsingMeeting with CEOs of leading UK Defence Primes following the outcome of UK-EU Summit discussionsCSV
14 May 2025John HealeyRheinmetallCall to talk about Rheinmetall investment into UK (Telford)CSV
8 May 2025Alistair CarnsVE Day 80 eventsVE DAY 80CSV
6 May 2025Alistair CarnsRoyal British LegionCharity support for veterans and VE DAY 80 planningCSV
5 May 2025Alistair CarnsVE Day 80 eventsVE DAY 80CSV
29 April 2025Alistair CarnsConfederation of British Serving and Ex-Service OrganisationsVeterans support & engagement with veteransCSV
24 April 2025Maria EagleNavantiaMeeting with Navantia UK CEO to discuss progress on the Fleet Solid Support Ship programme.CSV
24 April 2025Alistair CarnsPatron CapitalDefence housing strategyCSV
22 April 2025Maria EagleScale AIScale AI briefing on their work with MOD and AI opportunities for UKG.CSV
22 April 2025Maria EagleSkyetonDrone procurementCSV
8 April 2025Alistair CarnsLaunchpad VeteransCharity support for veterans & engagement with veteransCSV
7 April 2025Maria EagleBAE SystemsMeeting with BAES CEO to discuss progress on an array of MOD export programmes with BAES involvementCSV
2 April 2025John HealeyUnite the UnionDiscussed Typhoon, NMH and other Defence industrial mattersCSV
2 April 2025Alistair CarnsGreenwich HospitalCharity support for veterans & engagement with veteransCSV
1 April 2025John HealeyHarry Yorke, Deputy Political Editor, The Sunday TimesCoffeeCSV
31 March 2025Alistair CarnsLABRATSDiscuss Nuclear Test VeteransCSV
25 March 2025Maria EagleBlueForge AllianceAUKUS Industrial galvanisation discussionCSV
25 March 2025Alistair CarnsRoyal Hospital ChelseaVeterans EngagementCSV
24 March 2025Maria EagleBeaufortMeeting with Beaufort CEO at the request of local MPCSV
20 March 2025Maria EagleMBDARoutine catchupCSV
20 March 2025Maria EagleCognizant Technology Solutions CorporationIntroduction to the work of CognizantCSV
12 March 2025Alistair CarnsRoyal British LegionVE Day 80th anniversary eventsCSV
10 March 2025Maria EagleHelsingDiscuss Helsing opportunities with MODCSV
6 March 2025Alistair CarnsVeterans RoadshowOpportunity to engage with organisations dedicated to veterans welfareCSV
5 March 2025Alistair CarnsX-ForcesBig Business supporting Small Business Steering GroupCSV
25 February 2025Alistair CarnsConfederation of Service CharitiesDiscuss veterans communityCSV
24 February 2025Alistair CarnsMission Motorsport2025 National Transition EventCSV
6 February 2025Maria EagleAirbus SEFollow up on an informal conversation on A400M that took place at the Airbus New Year ReceptionCSV
6 February 2025Alistair CarnsVeterans RoadshowOpportunity to engage with organisations dedicated to veterans welfareCSV
5 February 2025Maria EagleBabcock International Group, QinetiqDefence Industrial Joint CouncilCSV
4 February 2025John HealeyRoyal United Services InstituteUkraine discussionCSV
30 January 2025Alistair CarnsUK Afghanistan Veterans CommunityOpportunity to reconnect with the veterans communityCSV
23 January 2025Maria EagleAustralian British Chamber of CommerceDiscuss minister's visit to AustraliaCSV
23 January 2025Alistair CarnsWoody's LodgeVisit to hear how the charity supports veterans and familiesCSV
23 January 2025Alistair CarnsBangor Uni Veterans EventDiscuss opportunities for veterans to engage with heritage, language, and culture and efforts to improve veteran support across England and WalesCSV
15 January 2025Maria EagleUnite the UnionRoundtableCSV
15 January 2025Maria EagleBAE Systems plcDiscussion on BAE Systems export campaignsCSV
19 December 2024Maria EagleAirbus SEDiscussion on how MOD can work more closely with AirbusCSV
28 November 2024Luke PollardNew Eurasia Strategies Centre (NEST)Meeting with the Director of the Think Tank New Eurasian Strategies Centre (NEST)CSV
27 November 2024Maria EagleBoeing UKDiscussion held after announcement on retiring 14 Boeing CH-47 ChinooksCSV
26 November 2024Maria EagleAirbus SEDiscussion held after announcement of the decision to not extend the Puma support contractCSV
25 November 2024Maria EagleThales GroupDiscuss the retiring of Watchkeeper, the Serious Fraud Office investigation and a general update on ThalesCSV
5 November 2024Luke PollardHelsing LtdMeeting to maintain momentum on the Trinity House Initiatives ahead of the Ministerial Equipment Capability Co-Operation (MECC) in HamburgCSV
30 October 2024Maria EagleNavantiaDiscussions with the Navantia Board regarding the acquisition of Harland & WolffCSV
30 October 2024Maria EagleBAE Systems plcDiscuss the fire at BarrowCSV
24 October 2024Maria EagleAeralisDiscuss proposal for a future training jetCSV
22 October 2024Maria EagleRolls Royce HoldingsDiscuss opportunities for cooperationCSV
21 October 2024John HealeyThales GroupDiscussion on leadership handover and an overview of Thales current work and supporting MODCSV
14 October 2024John HealeyBAE Systems plc, Airbus SE, Leonardo S.p.A, Babcock International Group plc, RheinmetallInternational Investment SummitCSV
8 October 2024Luke PollardNavantiaDiscussion on the UK shipbuilding industryCSV
12 September 2024Maria EagleBabcock International Group plcTo open Dock 09 with BabcockCSV
10 September 2024John HealeyRheinmetall BAE Systems LandMeet and greet at Wellington BarracksCSV
10 September 2024Maria EagleBAE Systems plc, Barzan Holdings Ltd, Qatari Ministry of Defence, Qatari Armed Forces, Qatari Emiri Air ForceDiscuss Typhoon Batch 2 offer and the Boxer campaign.CSV
9 September 2024Maria EagleRheinmetall BAE Systems Land, BAE Systems plcDiscuss Typhoon and the prospects for Challenger 3.CSV
5 September 2024Maria EagleBAE Systems plcBrief on the ongoing typhoon export campaigns in the Middle East from an Industry perspectiveCSV
5 September 2024Maria EagleNavantia UKDiscuss Fleet Solid Support (FSS) contract and CACTUSCSV
3 September 2024Maria EagleBabcock International Group plc, MBDA, Thales Group, BAE Systems plc, Leonardo S.p.A, Airbus SE, Geneal Dynamic CorporationRound TableCSV
3 September 2024Maria EagleBabcock International Group plc, MBDA, Thales Group, BAE Systems plc, Leonardo S.p.A, Airbus SE, General Dynamics CorpDiscuss UK-Poland relations and industryCSV
21 August 2024Maria EagleBabcock International Group plcIntroductory MeetingCSV
12 August 2024Maria EagleQinetiQMalvern vistCSV
12 August 2024Maria EagleSomers Forge LtdBirmingham visitCSV
24 July 2024Maria EagleMBDA, ADS Group, Martin-Baker Aircraft Company LtdFarnborough International Air ShowCSV
22 July 2024Maria EagleBAE Systems plcFarnborough International Air ShowCSV
19 July 2024Maria EagleBAE Systems plc, Airbus SE, LeonardoIntroductory Meeting at The Royal International Air TattooCSV
10 July 2024Luke PollardNautilus, Rail Maritime and Transport (RMT) unionIntroductory MeetingCSV
21 May 2024James CartlidgeBarzan HoldingsUpdate CEO Barzan Holdings on discussions with AeralisCSV
21 May 2024James CartlidgeNavantiaDiscussed progress on the Fleet Solid Support ships and recapitilisation works in the Belfast shipyardCSV
21 May 2024James CartlidgeBen Houchen MPDiscussed future options for submarine disposalsCSV
18 May 2024Grant ShappsItalian Ministry of DefenceBilateral engagement between Secretary-of-State for Defence and Crosetto.CSV
16 May 2024James CartlidgeSimon BarnesGeneral update on Typhoon campaignsCSV
14 May 2024James CartlidgeAeralisDiscuss Aeralis's request for further UK investmentCSV
9 May 2024Grant ShappsBAE Systems plcDiscussed progress on the Type 26 programmeCSV
2 May 2024James CartlidgeThales GroupVisit to see munitions production in ThalesCSV
1 May 2024James CartlidgeAeralisAeralis briefed on their proposal to build the next generation of training aircraftCSV
1 May 2024James CartlidgeBabcockRoutine catch up to discuss BN06 deliveryCSV
30 April 2024James CartlidgeAirbus SEDiscuss the milsatcom export opportunity for RomaniaCSV
30 April 2024James CartlidgeBarzan HoldingsDiscuss Barzan's investment in Aeralis UK an future relationship with BarzanCSV
29 April 2024James CartlidgeRolls RoyceBriefed on the Rolls Royce nuclear propulsion programmeCSV
25 April 2024Grant ShappsMBDA Uk LtdTour of the Stevenage facility and a briefing on MBDA�s Storm Shadow programme and support to UkraineCSV
24 April 2024James CartlidgeRheinmetallSee Challenger 3 test fire and engage with industry on barrel manufacturing.CSV
23 April 2024James CartlidgeMBDA UK LtdTo discuss issues with the Poland NAREW dealCSV
18 April 2024Grant ShappsRheinmetall BAE Systems LandTour of the Telford facility and a briefing on the Challenger 3 prototypeCSV
18 April 2024Grant ShappsRBSL TelfordTour of RBSL Telford facility and briefing on Challenger 3 prototype.CSV
18 April 2024James CartlidgeMBDA UK LtdTo discuss issues with the Poland NAREW dealCSV
16 April 2024Grant ShappsBAE Systems plc, Rolls-Royce, MBDA UK LtdDelivered a speech on UK Tempest ProgrammeCSV
9 April 2024James CartlidgeKNDS GroupExport opportunties for bridging and viewing the first drive modular for BoxerCSV
26 March 2024Andrew MurrisonCapita plcMeeting to discuss Capita's current recruitment contract with British armyCSV
13 March 2024Andrew MurrisonSerco Group plcDiscuss Serco People plan following Defence Command Plan RefreshCSV
13 March 2024James CartlidgeHarland & WolffDiscussed progress on Fleet Solid Support Ships (FSS), Belfast shipyard and the Export Development Guarantee Scheme (EDG) loan relating to Harland & WolffCSV
13 March 2024James CartlidgeHelsing LtdDiscussed what Helsing are doing in the AI spaceCSV
13 March 2024James CartlidgeLockheed Martin CorporationDiscussion on weapons design, development and productionCSV
7 March 2024James CartlidgeADS Group LtdVisited Royal Air Force's Rapid Capabilities Office to discuss upcoming developments in unmanned systems. Met with organisers of Farnborough Airshow (including the Chair of ADS) to discuss vision for Defence's contribution to the Airshow.CSV
29 February 2024James CartlidgeBAE Systems plc, Babcock International Group plcView progress on the T26 BAES shipbuilding project, Babcock's progress on T31 and hosted an SME forum.CSV
14 February 2024James CartlidgeBAE Systems plcDiscussed carries, Demonstration and Shakedown Operation (DASO), and barrelingCSV
12 February 2024James CartlidgeTritech GroupDiscussed how Trictech interacts with the local community and struggles of small businessCSV
6 February 2024James HeappeyADS Group LtdMeeting with Defence Industry apprentices to discuss their roles and programmesCSV
4 February 2024Grant ShappsPearson Engineering Ltd, Marshall, IrvinGQDiscussed opportunities to export and invest into the Saudi Arabian marketCSV
2 February 2024Grant ShappsBabcock International Group plcDiscussed progress on the BN06 projectCSV
25 January 2024James CartlidgeMsquaredVisit to discuss unmanned systemsCSV
24 January 2024Grant ShappsBAE Systems plcMeeting to discuss BAE defence programmes, including AUKUS, Future Combat Air Programme, Type 26 and other challenges to the supply chainCSV
24 January 2024James CartlidgeBabcock International Group plcDiscussed progress on the BN06 projectCSV
18 January 2024James CartlidgeBAE Systems plcMeeting to prepare for the upcoming Saudi Arabia visit to the UK - discuss Eurofighter Typhoon offer to T�rkiye and Qatar, as well as a brief discussion on the munitions plan and the ideal of an 'always on' production lineCSV
16 January 2024James CartlidgeClayton, Dubilier & RiceDiscussed opportunities for private equity in defence, led by Vice-Chief of the Defence StaffCSV
11 January 2024Grant ShappsBAE Systems plcTour of the BAE Warton facility, including the assembly of Eurofighter Typhoons and the future production of the Tempest ProgrammeCSV
11 January 2024Grant ShappsMBDA UK LtdTour of the MBDA Bolton facility and a briefing on MBDA�s main programmesCSV
10 January 2024James CartlidgeNavantia UK LtdDiscussed progress of the Fleet Solid Support Ships contract and on Harland & Wolff's Belfast Shipyard regenerationCSV
18 December 2023James CartlidgeBAE Systems PLCDiscussed Typhoon bid to Saudi Arabia and BAE's financial support to National Satellite Test FacilityCSV
18 December 2023James CartlidgeBabcock InternationalBN06 program update and follow-up from visit to Devonport in November. 23.CSV
13 December 2023Grant ShappsBAE Systems PLCDiscussed the Global Combat Air Programme with industry representatives who provided presentations on the technical analysis and preparations for deliveryCSV
12 December 2023James CartlidgeBAE Systems PLCContinued their discussion on updates relating to the Typhoon bid to Saudi ArabiaCSV
7 December 2023James CartlidgeBAE Systems PLCDiscussed updates relating to the Typhoon bid to KSA.CSV
23 November 2023James CartlidgeLockhead Martin CorporationMeeting to discuss investment plans including Project TelumCSV
23 November 2023James CartlidgeLeonardo S.p.AMeeting to discuss the company�s role as a strategic supplier to MOD and also to support growth of the UK businessCSV
23 November 2023James CartlidgeAirbus SEMeeting to discuss Space and the Typhoon strategy.CSV
23 November 2023James CartlidgeAviva plcDiscussed Aviva's defence investment strategy.CSV
22 November 2023James CartlidgeBAE Systems PLCMeeting to discuss the HMS Prince of Wales repair.CSV
15 November 2023Grant ShappsBAE Systems PLC, Babcock International, Thales Group, Lockheed Martin, Rolls Royce, Airbus SE, Jacobs Solution inc, 4GD, QinetiQ, Resilient Nutrition, Aerospace Defence Security, Make UK Defence, techUK,Co-chaired the Defence Suppliers Forum (DSF), a collaborative twice-yearly primary forum for engaging with senior leaders from across the UK defence sector on strategic issues of mutual interest. Secretary-of-State for Defence outlined his priorities and discussed these with industry representatives..CSV
8 November 2023James CartlidgeADS CompanyMeeting to discuss, defence and security exports, The London Defence Conference and environmental, social and corporate governanceCSV
1 November 2023James CartlidgeHarland and WolffVisit to see the shipyardsCSV
31 October 2023Grant ShappsBAE Systems PLCDiscussed the Global Combat Air Programme with industry representatives who provided presentations on the technical analysis and preparations for deliveryCSV
26 October 2023James CartlidgeCallen-Lenz; Babcock InternationalVisit to Fonthill Site and discussion including both the delivery and commercial aspects of the programme.CSV
4 October 2023James CartlidgeAirbus SEAttended the Airbus SE reception in the Heathrow lounge and spoke about the operational cost of the A400M.CSV
4 October 2023James CartlidgeADS Company, Babcock International, BAE systems PLC; Airbus SE; Lockheed Martin CorporationSpoke at a roundtable led by ADS Company and took questions, discussions mainly centred around exportability and Chinooks.CSV
4 October 2023James CartlidgeGCHQ, Airbus SE, Leonardo S.p.A, Fujitsu Ltd, IF Recruitment, RTX CorporationSpoke at a roundtable with main focus being on security vetting.CSV
29 September 2023James CartlidgeBAE plc LtdMeeting to dicuss Typhoon aircraftCSV
19 September 2023James HeappeyAURA Consulting UK LtdMeeting to discuss the Defence Command Paper Refresh and related issuesCSV
14 September 2023James CartlidgeADS Group LtdSmall and Medium Enterprises forum at the Defence and Security Equipment InternationalCSV
14 September 2023James CartlidgeBAE plc LtdMeeting to discuss major Armed Forces programmesCSV
13 September 2023Andrew MurrisonDSEI LtdPresence at DSEI and met the following at public stands, talked about AFC: Babcock, Leonardo, BAECSV
12 September 2023James HeappeyThales Group LtdBilaterial meeting at the Defence and Security Equipment InternationalCSV
26 July 2023James CartlidgeAirBus S.A.SAttendance of meeting to discuss exports to TurkeyCSV
20 July 2023James CartlidgeADS Group LtdMeeting to discuss Environmental Social Governance issues around investing in DefenceCSV
20 July 2023Ben WallaceBAE plc LtdVisit to observe the production process for equipment.CSV
18 July 2023Andrew MurrisonNavy, Army and Air Force InstitutesMeeting to discuss implementation of new facilitiesCSV
17 July 2023Andrew MurrisonThe OppO FoundationMeeting to discuss diversity in armed forcesCSV
4 July 2023Andrew MurrisonRAF Benovelent Fund, RAF Association, RAF Fam Feds and RAF Central FundMeeting to allow Charities to discuss issues and concerns with the Minister in an informal mannerCSV
4 July 2023Andrew MurrisonSir Peter GershonMeeting to discuss the Annual Report 2023CSV
1 July 2023Andrew MurrisonFWP Group LtdMeeting regarding LGBT Independent ReviewCSV
28 June 2023James CartlidgeSheffield ForgemastersIntroductory meeting with the Chair and Non-Executive DirectorCSV
28 June 2023Annabel GoldieOxford UniversityDelivered speech on global policyCSV
27 June 2023James CartlidgeBabcock International Group PLCIntroductory meeting with the CEOCSV
27 June 2023James CartlidgeThe Boeing CompanyIntroductory meeting with UK Director of BoeingCSV
24 June 2023Andrew MurrisonUniversity of South WalesAttendance of the Wales National Armed Forces DayCSV
14 June 2023James CartlidgeThales GroupIntroductory meeting with CEOCSV
14 June 2023James HeappeyRio Tinto LtdDiscussion on supply chains and geopoliticsCSV
13 June 2023Andrew MurrisonCobseoRegular meeting with CEOCSV
12 June 2023James CartlidgeBAE Systems PLCIntroductory meeting with CEO of BAE Systems PLC to discuss key programmes and performanceCSV
8 June 2023Andrew MurrisonRoyal Hospital in ChelseaAttendance of the Founder's Day celebrating the founding of the Royal HospitalCSV
6 June 2023Andrew MurrisonArmy Families FederationDiscussions regarding experiences of Armed Forces familiesCSV
25 May 2023James HeappeyMendip Rotary ClubDiscussion about the situation in Ukraine and UK involvementCSV
17 May 2023James HeappeyManufacturing Technology AssocationMeeting with the CEO to discuss the Defence Command Paper Refresh and working more closely with industryCSV
16 May 2023James HeappeyInternational Committee of the Red CrossMeeting with the new President of the ICRC for introductionCSV
4 May 2023James HeappeyHelsing LtdIntroduction to Helsing and what they bring to the UK Armed ForcesCSV
21 April 2023Alex ChalkRafael Advanced Defence Systems LtdMeeting on joint procurement and industrial collaboration opportunities between the UK and IsraelCSV
19 April 2023Andrew MurrisonNever Such Innocence, Armed Forces Education Trust, Naval Forces Charity, Forces Children's Trust, Service Children�s Progression AllianceService Charities Engagement LunchCSV
19 April 2023James HeappeyPalantir TechnologiesAttendance of Palantir / MOD Enterprise Agreement Launch ReceptionCSV
17 April 2023James HeappeyTechUKInnovation and technology roundtable discussionCSV
17 April 2023James HeappeyRoyal United Services InstituteAttendance of RUSI and AUKUS DinnerCSV
27 March 2023Andrew MurrisonJohn Lewis PartnershipTo attend the ten thousandth Armed Forces Covenant signing at John Lewis PartnershipCSV
21 March 2023Andrew MurrisonRoyal British LegionIntroductory meetingCSV
7 March 2023James HeappeyWatchman LtdDiscussion on African Security and offer advice on the company's activities in Africa.CSV
7 March 2023James HeappeyCAE UKDiscussion on allied defence industriesCSV
23 February 2023Alex ChalkRolls Royce LtdAttended de-brief on Aerospace and Defence exhibitionCSV
24 January 2023Ben WallaceBabcockDiscussion on ongoing workCSV
23 January 2023Alex ChalkAirbus SEDiscussion on new medium helicoptersCSV
19 January 2023Andrew MurrisonWar Widows Association of Great BritainIntroductory meetingCSV
17 January 2023Andrew MurrisonFighting with PrideIntroductory meetingCSV
13 December 2022Andrew MurrisonIndependent Defence AuthorityIntroductory meeting with Co-FounderCSV
8 December 2022Alexander ChalkRolls Royce HoldingsDiscussion on Rolls Royce�s business with the MOD�s procurement programmes and future UK export opportunitiesCSV
8 December 2022Alexander ChalkMBDA Missile SystemsDiscussion on stockpiles and resilience in MBDA�s supply chains and export opportunitiesCSV
7 December 2022Alexander ChalkLeonardo S.p.AJoint MOD-Leonardo helicopter collaboration discussionCSV
6 December 2022Alexander ChalkBAE Systems PLCDiscussion on BAE Systems footprint in the UK, its priority export campaigns and the support needs from the UK GovernmentCSV
25 November 2022Ben WallaceBAE Systems PLCVisit following the award of the Type 26 Batch 2 contract to BAE Systems. Visit included a Type 26 programme update, a tour of the production facilities and a media serialCSV
24 November 2022James HeappeyNever Surrender OrganisationTo discuss providing support to UkraineCSV
16 November 2022Ben WallaceHarland & WolffVisit to announce the preferred bidder for the Fleet Solid Support manufacture contract.CSV
16 November 2022Annabel GoldieRAF Museum, CosfordVisit for a briefing on the Museum's work and tourCSV
9 November 2022Ben WallaceNATO Secretary General Jens StoltenbergTo discuss key UK Defence policy interests post-Madrid and heading towards the NATO Vilnius Summit.CSV
9 November 2022Ben WallaceJEF Ministerial MeetingVisit Catterick and Edinburgh to see Ukrainian Military personal and hold meetings with the JEF MinistersCSV
9 November 2022Andrew MurrisonReserve Forces' and Cadets AssociationAttendance of conferenceCSV
7 November 2022Andrew MurrisonThe Duke of York's Royal Military SchoolAttended Torch Kindling Service and met the Principal and Commandant of School and President of The British Torch of Remembrance at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.CSV
2 November 2022Andrew MurrisonThe Poppy FactoryIntroductory meeting with Chief Executive and meeting with veterans and beneficiaries of The Poppy Factory.CSV
24 October 2022James HeappeyVeterans Advisory BoardInaugural meeting as Minister for Armed Forces and VeteransCSV
20 October 2022James HeappeyVeterans Employers GroupInaugural meeting as Minister for Armed Forces and VeteransCSV
17 October 2022James HeappeyRe-act CharityTo discuss Disasters and Emergency response in the UK and OverseasCSV
7 October 2022Ben WallaceBAE Systems PLCVisit BAE Warton for a briefing, tour of facilities with Executive and workersCSV
7 October 2022Alexander ChalkRolls Royce HoldingsVisit Rolls Royce Bristol for a briefing and tour of facilities with executive and workersCSV
6 October 2022Ben WallaceRAF ConingsbyVisit establishment for a briefing on Typhoon and tourCSV
21 September 2022Alec ShelbrookeJankel, Krauss-Maffei Wegmann, Rheinmetall, WFEL, RBSL, Thales Group, Babcock International, Briggs Equipment, Cook Defence Systems, Horstman Defence Systems Ltd, Pearson Engineering Ltd, Ricardo, Run Flat Systems Ltd, Allan Webb Limited, NP Aerospace, Supacat, Qinetiq, Edgar Brothers, Marshall Land Systems, Galvion UK Limited, Denchi Group Ltd, Fischer Panda UK, Weatherhaven Global Solutions, G3 Systems Ltd, MTL Advanced, TEK Military Seating, Frazer-Nash Consultancy, Secomak, Pegasus Profiles Ltd, Thistle Design MMC Ltd, Viking Arms Ltd, Polaris, Thermoteknix Systems Ltd, NSAF Ltd, Level Peaks Associates, Steatite Limited, BCB International, Chiltern Global Limited, Stream Defence Ltd, Prisma Worldwide Ltd, Keel International LtdTo discuss Defence capabilities at the Defence Vehicle Day Defence ExhibitionCSV
7 September 2022James HeappeyAzadi CharityMeeting to discuss Afghanistan Relocation Assistance PolicyCSV
22 August 2022James HeappeySulha Alliance CharityMeeting to discuss Afghanistan Relocation Assistance PolicyCSV
15 August 2022Ben WallaceInterview with Mohammed A M AlMadhoun from Al JazeeraAttend the Qatar Typhoon Handover CeremonyCSV
15 August 2022Ben Wallaceinterview with Simon Newton from BFBSAttend the Qatar Typhoon Handover CeremonyCSV
10 August 2022Jeremy QuinQinetiQTo discuss maritime sonar, radar testing, missile testing and evaluationCSV
9 August 2022Jeremy QuinThales Group, MBDA Missile Systems, KMW, Pearson's Engineering, Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land, General Dynamics Land SystemsTo discuss Army related Defence ProgrammesCSV
9 August 2022Ben WallaceReliance Precision LimitedTour of their site at HuddlesfieldCSV
28 July 2022Jeremy QuinRolls Royce LtdMeeting to discuss Rolls Royce's' Defence ProgrammesCSV
21 July 2022Leo DochertyBAE Systems, QinetiQ, L3Harris Technologies, Farnborough InternationalMeeting with Defence companies at the Farnborough International Air Show to discuss Defence programmesCSV
20 July 2022Jeremy QuinThe Boeing Company, Atec Engineering Solutions, SEIDR Ltd, AVoptics, Royal Aeronautical Society, The Air League, Rolls Royce Ltd, STS Aviation Group, Denroy LtdAttendance of Industry roundtable to sign a strategic partnership documentCSV
20 July 2022Jeremy QuinLeonardo S.p.A, ADS Group, Roxel Propulsion Systems, NI, JOSCAR, Reaction Engines Ltd, Thales Group, Artemis Technologies, Hellios Defence Solutions, Cam lock Ltd, Camberley Rubber Mouldings Ltd, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Airbus, QinetiQMet Defence companies at the Farnborough International Air Show to discuss various Defence related programmesCSV
19 July 2022Jeremy QuinMBDA Missile System, Rolls Royce Ltd, Aerospace Technology Institute, BAE Systems PLC, Leonardo S.p.A, Zero Petroleum LtdMeeting with Defence companies at the Farnborough International Air Show to discuss Defence programmesCSV
19 July 2022James HeappeyLeonardo S.p.AMeeting at the Farnborough International Air Show to discuss Defence programmesCSV
17 July 2022Jeremy QuinRoyal Institute of International AffairsDiscussion on China with Bill Hayton journalist and authorCSV
15 July 2022Jeremy QuinBAE Systems PLC, The Boeing Company, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Lockheed Martin CorporationMeetings with Defence companies at the Royal International Air Tattoo to discuss Defence programmesCSV
14 July 2022Jeremy QuinAirbusTo discuss Airbus' Defence ProgrammesCSV
14 July 2022James HeappeySulha Alliance CharityMeeting to discuss Afghanistan Relocation Assistance PolicyCSV
5 July 2022Jeremy QuinAirbus, Leonardo S.p.A, Thales Group, Eurosam GIE, MBDA Missile Systems, Hensoldt AGAttendance of the Organisation for Joint Armament Co-operation 20th Anniversary Event as head of the UK Delegation to celebrate 20 years of managing complex Defence Programmes with Ministers from European nationsCSV
30 June 2022Jeremy QuinQinetiQ, Atkins, Babcock, BAE Systems, Leonardo, General Dynamics UK, MBDA, Raytheon UK, Rolls Royce, ADSDefence Growth Partnership Steering Committee meetingCSV
29 June 2022Jeremy QuinAura Consulting Ltd, MaxarTo discuss attendance at the Defence and Security Equipment International trade show in September 2023CSV
29 June 2022Jeremy QuinSerco Group PLCTo discuss Serco's Defence ProgrammesCSV
29 June 2022Jeremy QuinADS Group LtdTo discuss Defence sectorCSV
27 June 2022Jeremy QuinLockheed Martin CorporationTo discuss Lockheed Martin's Defence ProgrammesCSV
23 June 2022Baroness GoldieIzumi Nakamitsu, Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament AffairsTo discuss Arms Control and Counter ProliferationCSV
21 June 2022Jeremy QuinBAE Systems, Stanley ConstructionOpening new logistics centre at Her Majesty Naval Base PortsmouthCSV
21 June 2022Jeremy QuinThe News PortsmouthPre-recorded interview on the opening of a new logistics centre at Her Majesty Naval Base PortsmouthCSV
20 June 2022Jeremy QuinThales, BAE Systems, MBDA, Leonardo, Airbus, Babcock, Lockhead Martin, Saab, QinetiQ, Northrop Grumman, Rheinmetall, Supacat, Raytheon, KMWDefence Industry Roundtable to discuss to support to Ukraine and the UK Defence Industrial BaseCSV
14 June 2022Jeremy QuinFalkland Islands RadioPre-recorded interview on the 40th Anniversary of the liberation of the Falkland IslandsCSV
14 June 2022Jeremy QuinPenguin NewsPre-recorded interview on the 40th Anniversary of the liberation of the Falkland IslandsCSV
9 June 2022Jeremy QuinOnwardPanel discussion on the role of Science and Technology and innovation within DefenceCSV
8 June 2022Leo DochertyGoldman SachsKey note speech to discuss the military transitionCSV
7 June 2022Jeremy QuinK Sharp, Qioptiq, Airbus Endeavr, SNC Sierra Nevada Corporation, Space Forge Ltd, Greeve SystemsScience and Technology Portfolio Launch eventCSV
1 June 2022Jeremy QuinCanadian Association of Defence and Security Trade ShowKeynote speech on the collaboration between the UK and Canada on Innovation and DefenceCSV
1 June 2022Jeremy QuinBAE Systems Canada, Babcock Canada, Airbus, Marshall Canada, General Dynamics Land SystemsDiscussions with Defence Industry at the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Trade ShowCSV

Meetings files not read

What this does not establish

A recorded meeting establishes that the department published a line saying the minister met the counterpart named, on the date given, for the purpose stated. It does not establish what was said, who asked for the meeting, or what followed. Gifts, hospitality and travel are linked above from the department’s own files and are not read into rows. The names are the department’s own strings and are not resolved to any person or company on this site by resemblance.

Source: Ministry of Defence’s transparency publications on GOV.UK, each linked above. Open Government Licence v3. Back to all departments.