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Starmer trims budgets to fund extra £15bn for defence

The plan outlines how billions will be spent on equipping the UK armed forces in the years ahead.

Why Starmer's defence plan leaves next PM with £4.7bn headache

Keir Starmer announces extra defence spending - but the subject will still be one of the trickiest issues in his successor's in-tray.

Red Arrows to get new jets replacing ageing Hawk

The RAF air display team will get new aircraft under plans for a "British Jet Trainer System".

Government promises to act on maternity care failings which 'shame our society'

An independent inquiry has found "unacceptable racism and discrimination" is affecting patient safety.

Half of government should be female, Labour women tell Burnham

Female MPs urge Burnham to ensure Labour lead by example on equality should he become prime minister.

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