The DIP is supposed to be Keir Starmer’s big legacy so there is no surprise that is deeply suspect and lacking in fiscal credibility.

John Healey, who quit the Cabinet earlier this month after bitter wrangling with the Treasury, insisted the £15billion package would not keep the country safe from rising threats.

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Keir Starmer is due in the Commons amid an outcry over the long-awaited DIP - with critics warning the £15billion funding boost over four years is 'too little too late'.

Keir Starmer is due in the Commons amid an outcry over the long-awaited DIP - with critics warning the £15billion funding boost over four years is 'too little too late'.

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The DIP is supposed to be Keir Starmer’s big legacy so there is no surprise that is deeply suspect and lacking in fiscal credibility.

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The Defence Investment Plan (DIP) continues to dominate Westminster, following its unveiling by Keir Starmer yesterday.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer was on the defensive at PMQs, where Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch attacked him for leaving a mess for Andy Burnham over defence spending.