Increased spending is only half the story. We have made tough choices, to stop doing things which were designed for another age, and invest in capabilities fit for the next war, not the last one"
Discussing the Defence Investment Plan's funding and efficiency measures.
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I'm working around the clock with my colleagues across government to make sure that we can get the [investment plan] completed.
Operations like this require skill, professionalism and courage. I pay tribute to our armed forces personnel and all those involved.
It is my job to keep marching forward as I endeavour to get the military precisely what they need.
Reform did well when people could only judge their promises. Unfortunately for them, their actions will now be judged too.
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