UK defence secretary
Coverage of UK defence secretary in the Nexus archive.
- Wes Streeting appointed UK Defence Secretary; ‘disappointment’ with removal of Dan Jarvis, responsible for DIP
Former Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting has been appointed as the new UK Defence Secretary, replacing Dan Jarvis, who was responsible for DIP and had taken the role after John Healey resigned last June. The article expresses 'disappointment' regarding Jarvis's removal.
- European defence stocks retreat on lower spending and higher wrangling
European defence stocks have declined due to lower spending and increased political disputes. The resignation of the UK defence secretary highlights some governments' difficulties in securing funds for defence.
- RAF Plane Carrying UK Defence Chief Had GPS Jammed Near Russian Border
An RAF aircraft carrying UK Defence Secretary John Healey experienced GPS signal jamming while flying near Russia following a NATO visit to Estonia. Pilots were forced to switch to alternative navigation systems during the incident.