The UK’s 'Message To Moscow’
The government announces money for defence factories.
June 1, 2025
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June 1, 2025
The UK’s 'Message To Moscow’
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<p>Today, we look at what Defence Secretary John Healey has called the UK’s “message to Moscow” as he announces investment in weapons and factories to make them.</p><p>Laura, Paddy and Henry also talk about how much it’s going to cost, whether it’s affordable, and whether NATO thinks it’s enough.</p><p>They also talk about Robert Jenrick, after a week of the justice secretary making headlines.</p><p>You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers.
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