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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
David Hughes,Christopher McKeon and David Lynch

Starmer admits he must ‘turn things around’ as defence resignations rock his leadership

Sir Keir Starmer has admitted he must “turn things around” to remain prime minister and lead Labour into the next general election, as his authority faces a fresh blow.

It comes after the resignation of Defence Secretary John Healey and Armed Forces Minister Al Carns, alongside two ministerial aides, over the long-delayed Defence Investment Plan (Dip).

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