David Lammy says key projects in Ukraine, Gaza and Sudan to be protected as aid spending slashed UK politics liveThe accurate figure for the rise in defence spending is about £6 billion per year, contrary to the £13.4 billion initially stated by the PM.
UK borrowing overshoots forecast by 15bn, fuelling pressure on Reeves ahead of autumn budgetUK borrowing exceeded forecasts by nearly £15 billion, pressuring Rachel Reeves to consider tax hikes or deeper spending cuts.
David Lammy says key projects in Ukraine, Gaza and Sudan to be protected as aid spending slashed UK politics liveThe accurate figure for the rise in defence spending is about £6 billion per year, contrary to the £13.4 billion initially stated by the PM.
UK borrowing overshoots forecast by 15bn, fuelling pressure on Reeves ahead of autumn budgetUK borrowing exceeded forecasts by nearly £15 billion, pressuring Rachel Reeves to consider tax hikes or deeper spending cuts.
Starmer slashes aid to fund major increase in defence spendingBritain will increase defence spending significantly, funded by cuts to foreign aid, raising concerns about international impact.Starmer's choices are framed as a necessity for national security amid global tensions.
British defence jobs and skills will keep us safe, says the PM. So he'd better buy the UK's jet, not the US oneIncreased defence spending is essential to address decades of underinvestment and bolster UK security.
Starmer accused of fiddling the figures on defence spend increaseThe article highlights discrepancies in UK defence spending claims made by Prime Minister and Labour leader.
Starmer will go in bin of history' if he fails to raise defence budget, says ex-army chiefKeir Starmer risks historical irrelevance if he fails to increase the UK's defence spending beyond 2.5% of GDP.
Reeves to focus on 2bn defence boost in Spring StatementChancellor Rachel Reeves is confirming a £2.2bn increase in defense spending while revealing details on welfare cuts.
Starmer slashes aid to fund major increase in defence spendingBritain will increase defence spending significantly, funded by cuts to foreign aid, raising concerns about international impact.Starmer's choices are framed as a necessity for national security amid global tensions.
British defence jobs and skills will keep us safe, says the PM. So he'd better buy the UK's jet, not the US oneIncreased defence spending is essential to address decades of underinvestment and bolster UK security.
Starmer accused of fiddling the figures on defence spend increaseThe article highlights discrepancies in UK defence spending claims made by Prime Minister and Labour leader.
Starmer will go in bin of history' if he fails to raise defence budget, says ex-army chiefKeir Starmer risks historical irrelevance if he fails to increase the UK's defence spending beyond 2.5% of GDP.
Reeves to focus on 2bn defence boost in Spring StatementChancellor Rachel Reeves is confirming a £2.2bn increase in defense spending while revealing details on welfare cuts.
Pressure grows for Starmer to boost defence spending ahead of Trump showdownThe Independent highlights critical issues in America ranging from reproductive rights to climate change and the need for solid journalism funding.
Countries must bolster climate efforts or risk war, Cop30 chief executive warnsCountries must integrate climate efforts into their defense strategies to mitigate future conflict risks.Climate change is interlinked with national security and must be addressed to prevent future wars.
Estonia suggests security tax' as UK pressured to up defence spendingQuality journalism should be accessible to everyone, supported by donations rather than paywalls.Defence spending and strategic partnerships are critical topics in current geopolitical discussions.
Pressure grows for Starmer to boost defence spending ahead of Trump showdownThe Independent highlights critical issues in America ranging from reproductive rights to climate change and the need for solid journalism funding.
Countries must bolster climate efforts or risk war, Cop30 chief executive warnsCountries must integrate climate efforts into their defense strategies to mitigate future conflict risks.Climate change is interlinked with national security and must be addressed to prevent future wars.
Estonia suggests security tax' as UK pressured to up defence spendingQuality journalism should be accessible to everyone, supported by donations rather than paywalls.Defence spending and strategic partnerships are critical topics in current geopolitical discussions.
Spain's PM says military spending will reindustrialise Spain and EUSpain is among the lowest NATO defence spenders, looking to increase spending linked to the EU's 'ReArm Europe' plan.
Lammy tells NATO members to 'get serious' with defence spending before Trump takes officeNATO members must urgently increase defence spending due to rising global security threats, as emphasized by UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy.
Polish prime minister announces record defence spending in 2025 budgetPoland plans record defence spending for 2025 to enhance security due to threats from Russia amid ongoing war in Ukraine.
Starmer set to overrule Reeves on defence spend, but will he go as far as NATO's 3%? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK Prime Minister to increase military defense spending amid Ukraine pressures.
NATO chief urges increased defence spending as Trump presidency loomsNATO requires increased defence spending beyond 2% of GDP to ensure sufficient deterrence against potential threats.
Spain's PM says military spending will reindustrialise Spain and EUSpain is among the lowest NATO defence spenders, looking to increase spending linked to the EU's 'ReArm Europe' plan.
Lammy tells NATO members to 'get serious' with defence spending before Trump takes officeNATO members must urgently increase defence spending due to rising global security threats, as emphasized by UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy.
Polish prime minister announces record defence spending in 2025 budgetPoland plans record defence spending for 2025 to enhance security due to threats from Russia amid ongoing war in Ukraine.
Starmer set to overrule Reeves on defence spend, but will he go as far as NATO's 3%? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comUK Prime Minister to increase military defense spending amid Ukraine pressures.
NATO chief urges increased defence spending as Trump presidency loomsNATO requires increased defence spending beyond 2% of GDP to ensure sufficient deterrence against potential threats.
German MPs to begin debating Merz's spending plansFriedrich Merz aims to significantly increase Germany's defence and infrastructure spending, facing a challenging parliamentary approval process.
Defence spending must focus on more than 'boots on the ground' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comInvestment in skills development is critical for the UK's defence sector to support increased spending and national security.
Key takeaways from Europe's emergency summit on UkraineEU leaders focus on enhancing defense commitments amid US military aid suspension to Ukraine.Concerns grow over European reliance on US support for Ukraine's defense.Leaders discuss increasing defense spending and joint military initiatives.
European markets soar as Germany lifts debt brake' to raise defence spendingEuropean financial markets have rallied on news of increased defence spending and relaxed debt rules in Germany.
As Trump rattles stock markets, investors nab profits on Europe's defenceEuropean defence stocks surge as Trump's policy shifts raise doubts about US commitment to European security.
European markets soar as Germany lifts debt brake' to raise defence spendingEuropean financial markets have rallied on news of increased defence spending and relaxed debt rules in Germany.
As Trump rattles stock markets, investors nab profits on Europe's defenceEuropean defence stocks surge as Trump's policy shifts raise doubts about US commitment to European security.
Cross-party group of MPs express deep concern' over cuts to UK's aid budgetCuts to the UK's aid budget threaten to undermine soft power and impact the world's poorest.
Starmer blasted for being 'patronising' Badenoch over defence spending - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comKemi Badenoch challenged Sir Keir Starmer over inconsistency in Labour's defense spending claims during Prime Minister's Questions.
Cross-party group of MPs express deep concern' over cuts to UK's aid budgetCuts to the UK's aid budget threaten to undermine soft power and impact the world's poorest.
Starmer blasted for being 'patronising' Badenoch over defence spending - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comKemi Badenoch challenged Sir Keir Starmer over inconsistency in Labour's defense spending claims during Prime Minister's Questions.
Boris Johnson urges Starmer to increase defence spending to 3%Boris Johnson advocates for increased defence spending amid rising European security concerns regarding Russia.
Von der Leyen calls for more EU defence spending after narrow election victoryUrsula von der Leyen urges increased European defence spending to address security challenges, citing a stark contrast with Russia's military expenditure.
MoD to cut more than 5,000 civil service jobs in drive to reduce costsOver 5,000 job cuts in the MoD aim for a 10% reduction in staff amidst cost-cutting measures.
Experts asked to assess strategic threat to UK as part of defence reviewThe UK is reassessing its defence strategy to address evolving international threats through a comprehensive review led by George Robertson.
Labour pledges 'iron-clad' support for Ukraine against PutinLabour pledges continued support to Ukraine against Russian invasion.