John Healey: “I know that some of the decisions I must take – and will take – will show the benefits in years to come.”

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.

I want everyone from apprentices, IT staff and junior officials to senior economists and private secretaries to contribute to the exercise.

Our commitment to stand with the Ukrainian people is unshakeable. We will bear down on those propping up Putin’s war as we push to secure a just and lasting peace.