Jarvis says Labour must 'meet the moment' on defence spending

Author: Jack Fenwick and James ChaterPublished on: June 14, 2026Country: United Kingdom
Politics
Jarvis says Labour must 'meet the moment' on defence spending

New Defence Secretary Dan Jarvis said the government must 'meet the moment' on increasing defence spending. He replaced John Healey, who resigned accusing Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer of failing to provide the required funds. The defence investment plan, due before next month's NATO summit, aims to raise spending to 3.5% of GDP by 2035, but Healey argued for 3% by 2030. Jarvis is determined to secure the equipment and funding needed for the armed forces.

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