UK defence spending

Sir Richard Knighton is set to replace Admiral Sir Tony Radakin as next Chief of the Defence Staff.

Sir Keir Starmer is under pressure to raise defence spending above the UK's target of 3% of GDP by 2034.

Defence minister Luke Pollard says the region has the expertise to benefit.

The Army needs to become "10 times more lethal" to face a "new era of threats", defence secretary says.

The review was asked to keep to a target of spending 2.5% of GDP on defence. It's clear more will be needed for full implementation.

Sir Keir Starmer has announced the findings of a "root and branch" review of the UK's defence capabilities

The prime minister's plans mean significant changes in the way the UK funds and spends on defence.

The Scottish government's defends its policy of not investing public money in munitions after criticism by the UK defence secretary,