Political Quotes

the government's current plans to fund the military in the coming years fall "well short" of what is required.

By 2030, well over half of Nato members will be spending 3% or more. And when allies are looking for British leadership, we must not fall behind.

That is why yesterday we cut VAT on electricity bills and today we’re announcing a £2 cap on bus fares from January.

At this dangerous time, I see the current defence investment plans falling well short of what is required, a rise at 0.08% from next year to 2030, no date for reaching 3%, no path to 3.5%.