The Prime Minister said spending on defence will rise from its current 2.3% share of the economy to 2.5% in 2027.That will mean spending £13.4 billion more every year from 2027, something which Sir Keir acknowledged will require "extremely difficult and painful choices".

The Prime Minister said spending on defence will rise from its current 2.3% share of the economy to 2.5% in 2027.That will mean spending £13.4 billion more every year from 2027, something which Sir Keir acknowledged will require "extremely difficult and painful choices".