On the recordJune 12, 2026
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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John Healey
Labour Party
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bbc.comThe 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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