High-speed boats and drones: Commandos promised £500m in defence spending overhaul
28-06-2026 02:00 via independent.co.uk

High-speed boats and drones: Commandos promised £500m in defence spending overhaul

The Independent - The new Defence Secretary, Dan Jarvis, is credited with refocusing the Defence Investment Plan (DIP) since his appointment
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