Business · 14 June 2026

Whitehall departments to cut budgets for defence

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Whitehall departments are being asked to find more money for defence spending, potentially affecting public services like hospitals and schools. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy confirmed this after Defence Secretary John Healey resigned over a smaller-than-expected funding deal. Healey was 'horrified' by a £13.5bn increase over four years, having sought £18.5bn for the investment plan.

By BriefTea Editorial · 14 June 2026 at 15:20

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