News · 30 June 2026

Starmer Adds £15bn for Defence, Cautions Successor Burnham

Keir Starmer warned his likely successor, Andy Burnham, not to borrow more for defence as he announced an extra £15 billion for the military. The four-year plan, lifting the total defence budget to almost £300 billion, is funded by reprioritising spending across government. Starmer urged that defence stay the top priority, before he leaves Downing Street next month.

By BriefTea Editorial · 30 June 2026 at 14:51

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