Defence spending delays "undermining country's credibility"

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Jun 7, 202639:24News & Politics

MPs warn the hold-up on a plan for defence spending is harming relations with the UK's allies, as the Prime Minister prepares to host European allies in Downing Street. Plus: the death of the proper football anthem is mo...

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