Defence shares rallied the moment John Healey was named chancellor. By Tuesday afternoon, Downing Street had declined to confirm the number the sector actually wants, and ruled out the funding mechanism some had hoped for. Healey resigned as defence secretary last month after accusing Sir Keir Starmer’s government of fallingContinue Reading

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The Way Back. Join our community exploring how Britain can rebuild its future in Europe Join the debate with our pro-Europe newsletter Join the debate with our pro-Europe newsletter The White House is “deeply concerned” about Ed Miliband’s appointment as foreign secretary, with a warning that Donald Trump has notContinue Reading

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