General · 14 June 2026

Defence Secretary Jarvis to Reprioritise Military Spending

The UK's military spending plan is being revisited by the new Defence Secretary, Dan Jarvis, after his predecessor resigned over funding. John Healey, the former Defence Secretary, resigned on Thursday, saying the Treasury wasn't providing enough funds for defence. The Defence Investment Plan, or Dip, details how military equipment will be funded for the next 10 years.

By BriefTea Editorial · 14 June 2026 at 21:42

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