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I take responsibility to fund defence plan extremely seriously, says Burnham
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I take responsibility to fund defence plan extremely seriously, says Burnham

BBC News · Jul 2, 2026, 7:59 PM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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The Makerfield MP also rejects attacks on his economic stance, insisting he would not be "indisciplined" on finances.

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