Minister insists Labour not committed to living wage for over-18s before election, despite manifesto pledge – UK politics live

A minister claims Labour is not committed to implementing a living wage for over-18s before the election, despite manifesto pledges. The Ministry of Defence faces criticism for inadequate fraud prevention, with a parliamentary committee urging cultural change to address £1.5bn annual losses. The MoD reports improved counter-fraud savings, while the government announces 300,000 youth job placements supported by major employers.