Scottish Minister Skips Formidable Ceremony

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Scot Gov again fails to send minister to frigate shipyard

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Scottish Government has failed to send a minister, at any level, to the steel cutting ceremony for a new Royal Navy frigate being built in Scotland .

The most recent missed attendance was the ceremony for HMS Formidable at Rosyth in October 2024 .

The event marked a significant milestone in the construction of Type 31 frigates, a programme that provides big economic benefits to Scotland 's shipbuilding industry.

Speculation has arisen over whether political considerations have influenced the government’s lack of participation in these events.

Opposition politicians have claimed the Scottish Government is hesitant to engage with projects funded by Westminster .

Internal correspondence points to logistical issues, including scheduling conflicts and administrative delays, as the primary reasons for these missed opportunities.

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