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Keir Starmer prioritises welfare over defence funding amid chaos

Jun 10, 2026, 10:12 PM50
(Update: Jun 14, 2026, 12:56 PM)
country in north-west Europe
Leader of the Opposition in the United Kingdom since 2020

Keir Starmer prioritises welfare over defence funding amid chaos

  • The Defence Investment Plan has been delayed since last autumn, raising concerns about military funding.
  • Critics, including Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge, accuse Keir Starmer of prioritising welfare over defence.
  • The ongoing chaos within the Labour government highlights the urgent need for a clear defence strategy.
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