Key facts
- Rachel Reeves claims the UK will be Europe's most attractive defence investment destination.
- The government is reportedly watering down defence spending.
- The Defence Investment Plan is overdue by one year.
- The plan will be published next week following internal Labour disputes.
Rachel Reeves has declared her ambition to make Britain the most attractive location in Europe for defence investment. This statement comes amidst reports that the government is set to dilute its defence spending commitments. The long-delayed Defence Investment Plan, which is a year overdue, is scheduled for publication next week. Its release follows significant internal disagreements within the Labour party regarding the plan.