Political Quotes

John Healey: After explaining to you that I would not be able to accept a DIP settlement that does not give our Forces the resources…

On the recordJune 11, 2026
After explaining to you that I would not be able to accept a DIP settlement that does not give our Forces the resources they need, I am now left with no other option than to submit my resignation as your Defense Secretary.
Said by
John Healey
Labour Party

Editor's note · Context

Resignation letter addressing Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Share

More from John Healey

Jul 31, 2026

And we have provided just a bit of breathing-space for those families and businesses that feel so squeezed, that feel without hope."

mirror.co.uk
Aug 13, 2026

We’ve seen the fastest growth in the G7 this year, but we now need to double down and drive growth in every postcode.

theguardian.com
Aug 1, 2026

We have backed British jobs, British skills and British businesses.

mirror.co.uk
Aug 3, 2026

The conflict affects our national security, our UK bases, personnel and allies in the Middle East.

theguardian.com

Other voices in this conversation