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BBC Politics30 Jun 2026

Chris Mason: More cash for defence, but is it enough?

Keir Starmer says a further £15bn will be invested, but acknowledges that there "will always be those that argue that even more should be spent".

Defence
BBC Politics30 Jun 2026

'We must do what it takes to meet this new world head on'

The prime minister speaks as the UK government unveils its defence spending plans.

Defence
BBC Politics30 Jun 2026

'We will bolster Nato', says UK defence secretary

Jarvis says defence spending plans "reflect the realities of warfare" and commits to strengthening the UK's nuclear deterrent.

DefenceHousing
BBC Politics30 Jun 2026

Reeves: 'National security is economic security'

Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks as the government announces its defence spending plans.

EconomyDefence
BBC Politics29 Jun 2026

Burnham revels on public stage but has little time to hammer ideas into shape

As a man who has held prime ministerial ambitions for years, Andy Burnham makes his dash for the door, political editor Chris Mason writes.

Politics
BBC Politics29 Jun 2026

Burnham revels on public stage but has little time to hammer ideas into shape

As a man who has held prime ministerial ambitions for years, Andy Burnham makes his dash for the door, political editor Chris Mason writes.

Politics
BBC Politics29 Jun 2026

Refugees will be told to repay around £10,000 under new asylum rules

Ministers will be given powers to recover costs from adults who have received asylum support under new laws.

Immigration
BBC Politics29 Jun 2026

Long-delayed defence spending plan to be published on Tuesday

The defence investment plan will set out how billions will be spent on equipping the UK Armed Forces.

Defence
BBC Politics29 Jun 2026

Will Andy Burnham's devolution plan raise economic growth?

BBC Verify has looked at what impact further devolution could be expected to have on the UK.

Economy
BBC Politics29 Jun 2026

Will Andy Burnham's devolution plan raise economic growth?

BBC Verify has looked at what impact further devolution could be expected to have on the UK.

Economy
BBC Politics29 Jun 2026

New 'No 10 North' plan will rebalance power in Britain, Burnham promises

The man most likely to be the next prime minister says his devolution plans would "drive good growth in every postcode".

BBC Politics29 Jun 2026

Resident doctors in England accept pay deal and end strikes

Doctors have been locked in a three-year dispute with the government, resulting in several rounds of strikes.

Healthcare