I never expected to write this letter, but I am forced to make decisions that would reduce the readiness of our forces and increase the risk to personnel on operations, and could make our country less safe.
Explaining the reasons for his resignation.
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I took the decision to resign with the very greatest regret and reluctance, but I continue to be certain about this decision.
The Treasury with defence really was in denial about the commitment that the UK has rightly made to Nato and to our people: it is still planning, was still planning on 3 per cent, but not until 2034-35.
We see you. We see your activity over our cables and our pipelines, and you should know that any attempt to damage them will not be tolerated and will have serious consequences.
the UK's defence investment plan "falls well short of what is required for defence and the country at this dangerous time".
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