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Healey MP, “my resignation was necessary for the future of the Britain’s Armed Forces”
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- UK Former Defense Secretary John Healey has said his surprise resignation last week was necessary in securing the future of Britain's Armed Forces .
- In time, I believe it will be seen as necessary in securing the future of our Armed Forces and our alliances.
- He was sitting two seats down from fellow former frontbencher Al Carns, who resigned shortly after Mr Healey.
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UK Former Defense Secretary John Healey has said his surprise resignation last week was necessary in securing the future of Britain's Armed Forces . Now a backbench Labour MP, Healey told the House of Commons: ”I took the decision to resign with the very greatest regret and reluctance, but I continue to be certain about this decision.
In time, I believe it will be seen as necessary in securing the future of our Armed Forces and our alliances.
He was sitting two seats down from fellow former frontbencher Al Carns, who resigned shortly after Mr Healey. My decision last week was about our country, not career, said Mr Healey.
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