On the recordJuly 21, 2026
I am certain that a headmark date for 3% of GDP on defence in 2030 is what Britain must set.
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John Healey
Labour Party
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bbc.co.ukEditor's note · Context
Discussing defense spending as new chancellor.
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Jun 21, 2026
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.
Jun 16, 2026
There is no date for reaching 3 per cent spending on defence, and our adversaries do not follow timetables set by the Treasury.
Jul 21, 2026
the Treasury has been unwilling, to commit the resources that the nation needs to defend the country at this time of rising threats.
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