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The Defence Investment Plan has been awaited amid criticism from former defence secretary John Healey, who has resigned, arguing the plan falls short of funding needs. The government says the plan will deliver a sustainable, fair bump in defence spending while bolstering UK industry and readiness ahead of NATO needs.
Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned, arguing the government has fallen short in funding the Defence Investment Plan. Sir Keir Starmer says the plan will deliver a sustainable, increased defence budget, but warns of reallocations across government. The move follows days of resignations and mounting pressure over readiness and international threats.