On the recordJune 30, 2026
I can be confident, because I can have confidence in the longstanding record and history of Labor governments investing in defense that gives me confidence.
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Dan Jarvis
Labour Party
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independent.co.ukEditor's note · Context
Responding to questions about the defence investment plan.
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