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Reeves hints she accepts Burnham will not keep her as chancellor – UK politics live
Reeves may accept a junior cabinet role if Burnham offers it, though she has not confirmed. Senior officials plan to lobby Burnham to revive 'war bonds' for defense spending, despite Treasury opposition. Reeves emphasizes fiscal rules allowing flexibility for capital investments, including defense, and highlights NATO cooperation for cost efficiency.
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