Permanent Secretary and principal civilian advisor for @DefenceHQ within Government
Joined October 2016
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24 Nov 2023
Great to be in India and meet @giridhararamane for a successful set of talks. Real progress in strengthening our defence and security relationship with India, especially on maritime security in the Indian Ocean and equipment capability cooperation.
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24 Nov 2023
Thanks to the team @UKDefenceIndia @UKinIndia for their support in making this visit a success!
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23 Nov 2023
Thank you to @PermSecMOD for making a lively session with @UKinIndia staff his first deliverable on his packed programme.
Here’s to successful 🇬🇧- 🇮🇳 defence talks in the coming days.
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31 Aug 2023
We are delighted to welcome the new Secretary of State for Defence @grantshapps to the department, following his appointment by @10DowningStreet.
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19 Jul 2023
Good to join @PermSecMOD to talk to military & civilian staff about the Defence Command Paper Refresh.
Confirming the importance of nuclear, NATO & modernisation, while focusing on:
▪️Better support for our people
▪️Improved acquisition
▪️Science & tech
▪️Increased productivity
ALT The MOD Permanent Secretary, David Williams, and Chief of the Defence Staff, Admiral Radakin, speak to staff about the Defence Command Paper Refresh.
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David Williams retweeted
18 Jul 2023
In a contested and volatile world, Defence will change to tackle current and future threats.
Defence Minister @JSHeappey explains how the Command Paper Refresh addresses the challenge of a rapidly changing battlespace.
👉 Read more: bit.ly/Defence2023
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18 Jul 2023
💬 "Next year, we will spend over £50 billion on defence for the first time in our history. That is nearly £12 billion of cash investment a year higher than 2019 - when I started."
@BWallaceMP launched the Defence Command Paper 2023 today on the future of the UK Armed Forces.
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David Williams retweeted
18 Jul 2023
Today’s refreshed Defence Command Paper commits to:
💰 £2.5 billion additional investment in stockpiles
🏡 £400 million to modernise military accommodation
🌍 A new Global Response Force
🔬Becoming a science and tech superpower
Read more 👇
ow.ly/W6T050Pf3gs
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28 Jun 2023
Yesterday’s #CivilServiceLive in Exeter was excellent - the strong sense of community and collaboration amongst Civil Servants in the South West is to be celebrated. Thanks for the great experience and to those who made it happen! #OneSouthWest #ProudCivilServant
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3 May 2023
We’ve been rehearsing overnight for the #Coronation.
Under cover of darkness, 7,000 soldiers, sailors, and air force personnel and 300 horses took to the streets of London.
Read more: army.mod.uk/news-and-events/…
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31 Mar 2023
We were delighted to welcome David Williams, @PermSecMOD, to our HQ today. Whilst in Bristol, David highlighted the ongoing work on the Defence Command Paper Review, the recent publication of the Integrated Review Refresh, and DE&S’ role in helping to deliver defence objectives.
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14 Mar 2023
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A new fleet of submarines will be in operation by the late 2030s, built in the UK and Australia, and supporting thousands of jobs.
@RishiSunak announced the move in the United States as part of the AUKUS partnership.
Read more here 👇
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13 Mar 2023
From Russia’s illegal invasion of Ukraine to China’s growing economic coercion, the world is becoming more dangerous.
The UK is responding.
Today we have published a refreshed Integrated Review, setting out how we'll meet the challenge of a more contested and volatile world.
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24 Feb 2023
As we mark the one-year anniversary of Russia’s illegal and unprovoked invasion, I would like to reflect on the bravery and strength of the Ukrainian people and remember the lives that have been lost in their fight for freedom
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24 Feb 2023
Over the past year, the international community has pulled together to support Ukraine and condemn Russia’s brutal and unjustifiable actions #StandWithUkraine🇺🇦
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24 Feb 2023
Thank you to all @DefenceHQ for the vital work to support Ukraine, and to those who have continued behind the scenes with all our business as usual
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David Williams retweeted
24 Feb 2023
On the first anniversary of Russia’s illegal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, the UK and its allies remain steadfast in their support for Ukraine. There is no loss of momentum from the UK and its allies in 2023. #StandWithUkraine 🇺🇦
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David Williams retweeted
22 Feb 2023
The UK 🇬🇧 will continue to support Ukraine 🇺🇦 against Russia’s illegal invasion, supplying the defensive capabilities needed for as long as it takes.
Defence Secretary @BWallaceMP met Ukrainian tank crews training on Challenger 2 today.
Find out more ➡️ ow.ly/8ij750MZKlk
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14 Feb 2023
1/2 Yesterday I had the pleasure of hosting Masami Oka, Japan’s Vice Minister of Defense for International Affairs @ModJapan_en – we had productive discussions on growing defence and security ties between our countries
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14 Feb 2023
2/2 views on security strategies, regional affairs, our Global Combat Air Programme and Reciprocal Access Agreement. I look forward to our next meeting! 🇯🇵🇬🇧
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