The excellent and extensive cross-government work that completed in January – overseen by you, me and the Chancellor – confirmed the scale of the challenge and the rising demands on defence.
Resignation letter addressing military investment plans.
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I want everyone from apprentices, IT staff and junior officials to senior economists and private secretaries to contribute to the exercise.
The conflict affects our national security, our UK bases, personnel and allies in the Middle East.
At the spending review, we will set out a clear path to meeting our 3.5 per cent Nato commitment in 2035 and we will set a target date on that path for 3 per cent,
This is an active, hands-on government, putting British interests first – giving breathing space to those feeling the strain, making our country more resilient and bringing hope back.
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