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John Healey: At this dangerous time, I see the current defence investment plans falling well short of what is required, a rise at…

On the recordJune 16, 2026
At this dangerous time, I see the current defence investment plans falling well short of what is required, a rise at 0.08% from next year to 2030, no date for reaching 3%, no path to 3.5%.
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John Healey
Labour Party
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bbc.com

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Resignation statement on defence investment plans.

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