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UK armed forces minister resigns hours after defence secretary over military spending plans

Dan Jarvis, a former army officer and the Labour MP for Barnsley North, has since taken over as defence secretary.

Euronews

Defence secretary resignation 'is final nail' for Keir Starmer, say SNP

KEIR Starmer is “putting Scotland's safety at risk” by failing to deliver the defence spending increase demanded by his former defence…

The National (Scotland)

John Healey resignation letter: what it said and what he meant

The note accompanying the defence secretary’s sudden departure was full of unspoken meanings UK politics live – latest updates

The Guardian - UK

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Who could replace John Healey as defence secretary?

Runners and riders include an ex-marine, the son of a Royal Navy submariner and a long-time Labour insider

The Independent UK

John Healey’s resignation is the beginning of the end for Starmer

ANALYSIS: Political editor David Maddox highlights how John Healey’s resignation goes well beyond a row over defence spending

The Independent UK

UK defense secretary quits, says government isn't willing to spend enough on military

British Defense Secretary John Healey has resigned, saying the government is not willing to spend enough on the military at a time of rising threat

The Independent UK

Defence secretary John Healey’s resignation letter in full

He has accused Sir Keir Starmer of failing to properly fund the defence investment plan

The Independent UK

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Healey’s shock resignation over defence plan pushes Starmer to brink

Former defence secretary accuses PM of putting UK’s security at risk at a time of growing international threats

The Guardian - UK

Defence Secretary John Healey's resignation letter in full

In a letter to Sir Keir Starmer, Mr Healey said the Prime Minister had been ‘unable, and the Treasury has been unwilling, to commit the resources that the nation needs to defend the country at this time of rising threats’

Evening Standard

UK defence minister Healey quits over defence spending

UK Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned, telling Prime Minister Keir Starmer the government's spending plans fall short of what's needed at this time.

AAP

British defence minister John Healey quits over defence spending

British Defence Minister John Healey resigned, citing Prime Minister Keir Starmer's failure to commit necessary resources for national defense. Healey accused the Treasury of unwillingness to fund increased military spending amid rising global threats. The prolonged delay in the Defence Investment Plan has frustrated the defense industry, which faces uncertainty…

The Economic Times

Defence secretary quits over armed forces funding

John Healey accused Sir Keir Starmer of failing to properly fund the Defence Investment Plan (Dip).

Evening Standard

Could this woman determine who will be Britain’s next prime minister?

Rupert Lowe’s right-wing challenger could tip the balance in Makerfield – and Westminster

The Independent UK

China’s Jingye seeks compensation from UK over British Steel takeover

Sources say firm is asking for more than £1bn in row that could put pressure on two countries’ relationship

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The Independent UK

The 'King of the North' seeks a path to becoming Britain's next leader in a special election

About 75,000 voters in northwest England are about to make a significant decision

International Business Times UK

Who Is Hadi Alodid? Suspect Behind Belfast Attack That Triggered Migrant Home Burnings

A knife attack in Belfast by a Sudanese refugee led to severe injuries and sparked racial tensions, resulting in riots and arson across the city.

The Guardian - UK

Elon Musk’s X not facing action from UK government over posts inciting violence in Belfast

Any official reprimand will come from regulator Ofcom, but not for at least two months

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer aides ‘war-gaming’ leadership contest with Andy Burnham

Prime minister is ‘hellbent’ on fighting any contest, even if his future may be out of his hands, sources say

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AAP

Violence in N.Ireland is racist thuggery: UK minister

Northern Ireland's ethnic community is living in fear after days of anti-immigrant violence, the province's minister says, as he slams the "appalling" riots.

The Guardian - UK

Not even a cameo from needy Nige as Tice tries twice to push Reform’s rubbish ideas

Reform leader’s unwillingness to answer questions on £5m ‘donation’ leaves Dicky to serve up not-so-special guests

Evening Standard

Farage says Reform ‘unapologetic’ about Robert Kenyon’s past social media use

Mr Kenyon, who is standing against Andy Burnham in the Makerfield by-election, supported an offensive post about Carol Vorderman on X.

The National (Scotland)

Reform MSP condemned for 'racist rhetoric' after urging more Glasgow 'protests'

REFORM MSP Thomas Kerr has been condemned for using "racist rhetoric" and calling for further anti-immigration protests after far-right…

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer clashes with Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice over Belfast riots

Sir Keir Starmer accused Richard Tice and his party of trying to ‘whip up fear and division’ after disorder in north Belfast

The Times of India

‘Overnight unrest is not welcome’: Belfast knife attack victim’s family urges calm after violent protests

The family of Stephen Ogilvie, the man critically injured in a knife attack in Belfast, has appealed for calm and rejected the violent unrest that erupted across the city in the aftermath of the incident.

International Business Times UK

Elon Musk Heartbreak: SpaceX CEO Accused of Putting Mums and Families in Danger Over Belfast Riot Posts

Elon Musk faces criticism for sharing social media posts linked to anti-immigration unrest in Belfast, which led to violence and displacement. Political leaders urge restraint and highlight social media's role in escalating tensions.

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