On the recordJune 12, 2026
the plan - which he was shown on Monday - "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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mirror.co.ukthe plan - which he was shown on Monday - "falls well short of what is required for defence and the country at this dangerous time".
Resignation letter regarding defence funding
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