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Welsh budget could be cut by up to £30m for defence spending, Plaid ministers claim

Welsh budget could be cut by up to £30m for defence spending, Plaid ministers claim
BBC Wales Wednesday 01 July 2026, 13:37 UTC 1 min read
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Welsh ministers warn defence plans could strip up to £30m from capital projects.

Welsh ministers warn defence plans could strip up to £30m from capital projects.
Welsh (ORG)
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