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Starmer to take PMQs as he faces backlash over ‘poisoned chalice’ defence investment plan – UK politics live
Starmer faces backlash over the defense investment plan, which critics argue is underfunded and diverts resources from road projects. A defense minister defended the plan, stating it is common for governments to defer part of the funding explanation until the autumn budget.
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