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Why Labour’s ‘Action Man’ Al Carns Could Challenge for No 10. This is Why.
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June 12, 2026
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22:30Now PlayingHe’s the former Marine who served in the special forces, climbs mountains for fun, and now could hold the keys to Downing Street.
Following an astonishing interview on Sky News, Al Carns quit as Armed Forces minister over doubts the long-delayed Defence Investment Plan was going to be fully funded.
It was yet another blow for a prime minister still reeling from the resignation of his defence secretary John Healey earlier on Thursday.
Carns, nick-named ‘Action Man’ because of his military background, has already hinted at his leadership ambitions. Could he now potentially join the likes of Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting in challenging Sir Keir Starmer?
Sky’s Mhari Aurora is joined by political correspondent Amanda Akass to discuss Carn’s career, and how likely a contender he is for the country’s top job.
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