New defence secretary to ‘reprioritise’ UK plan for military spending, say sources (opens original article in a new tab)

The UK's new defence secretary is set to revise the military funding plan following the resignation of his predecessor over funding disagreements, with ongoing negotiations between government departments and pressure to meet NATO spending targets.

• New defence secretary Dan Jarvis to 'reprioritise' UK defence investment plan after previous secretary John Healey's resignation over funding disputes.
• Sources indicate Jarvis may seek more Treasury funding or cut projects to free up money, with ongoing discussions between government departments.
• Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure to meet NATO defence spending targets amid internal government disagreements and a potential leadership challenge from Andy Burnham.