Lot of journos saying Healey is "surprise" pick. Not a surprise. He was always i think in the top four or five who could get it. I was on at 12/1 which is hardly "surprise" level … (View Post)

George Eaton @georgeeaton · 49m Funding defence, social care reform and cost of living action while also keeping the fiscal rules and triple lock = major tax rises. (View Post)

No time to waste... Kemi Badenoch @KemiBadenoch · 9m Congratulations to John Healey on his appointment. He can now ensure the Defence Investment Plan is properly funded. Conservatives will work with … (View Post)

"You said defence need a bucket load more money. Well, now it's your job to find it." (View Post)

Daily Mail lawyers breathe deep signs of relief. (View Post)