Changes to UK defence plan ‘will not include more funding’ (opens original article in a new tab)

Changes to the UK defence plan following John Healey's resignation will not involve additional funding, with new defence secretary Dan Jarvis focusing on adjusting the plan's components rather than increasing financial allocation. The government has reopened the defence investment plan for review after Jarvis's appointment.

• Changes to the UK defence plan after John Healey's resignation will not include more funding.
• New defence secretary Dan Jarvis is finalizing the plan, which may adjust the mix of measures but not the overall funding figure.
• No 10 sources suggest the defence investment plan has been reopened for review following Jarvis's appointment.