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UK’s Reeves spooks MPs with hunt for defense cash

Reeves pushes for billions for defense funding as the DIP remains effectively on hold.
Labour weighs further aid cuts to fund defense, sparking internal debate.
Defense funding focus includes the nuclear deterrent and new high-tech weapons.
Whitehall official and Labour MP voices caution on further welfare cuts.
DIP publication delayed; officials unclear on timing.
No. 10 Downing Street and the Treasury declined to comment.
DIP delays risk harming defense industry and related businesses.
Defence Secretary Healey could not guarantee publication before purdah.
Starmer prioritizes faster defense spending amid ongoing review.
Analyst warned no route to higher defence spending without cuts elsewhere.

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