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Cabinet ministers asked to look for cuts to fund UK defence spending increase

The Guardian reported on June 14 that UK cabinet ministers have been asked to look for spending cuts to fund an increase in defence spending. According to the report, Lisa Nandy said discussions were taking place about how to "keep this country safe" following John Healey's resignation as defence secretary.

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Cabinet ministers asked to look for cuts to fund UK defence spending increase

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