On the recordJune 12, 2026
I am pleased to appoint Dan Jarvis as Defence Secretary as we strengthen our armed forces and meet the growing threats facing our country.
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Keir Starmer
Labour Party
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mirror.co.ukEditor's note · Context
Statement after appointing Dan Jarvis as Defence Secretary.
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