SNP Ministers Skip Celebration of Shipbuilding and Janet Harvey Hall Opening in Glasgow

The SNP faced criticism for not attending the opening of the Janet Harvey Hall at BAE Systems in Glasgow, which supports shipbuilding and honors a pioneering female electrician. The Scottish Government has invested millions in Ferguson Marine and BAE Systems has a contract to build components for the Royal Navy's Type 26 frigate. The new hall is part of a £300m modernization project and allows for the construction of warships undercover.

Published Mar 25, 2026

The SNP has been criticized for not attending the opening of the Janet Harvey Hall at BAE Systems in Glasgow, a facility supporting shipbuilding and honoring a pioneering female electrician. The Scottish Government invested millions in Ferguson Marine, and BAE Systems is contracted to build components for the Royal Navy's Type 26 frigate.

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The hall, part of a £300m modernization, allows for undercover construction of warships. Despite invitations to senior SNP Ministers, they declined due to scheduling conflicts. Critics argue this reflects a disregard for Scotland's defense industry.