Former defence secretary Healey wanted UK to join global defence bank, BBC toldAllies of the former defence secretary claim the Treasury tried to shut down the idea.13 hrs agoPolitics

Former defence secretary Healey wanted UK to join global defence bank, BBC toldAllies of the former defence secretary claim the Treasury tried to shut down the idea.13 hrs agoPolitics

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Former UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace's predecessor, Ben Healey, proposed the UK's membership in a global defence bank, according to sources. However, allies of Healey claim that the Treasury attempted to block this initiative, citing concerns about potential costs and implications.

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