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Burnham says nuclear sub investment will protect UK and boost jobs

Burnham says nuclear sub investment will protect UK and boost jobs
BBC Politics Thursday 30 July 2026, 00:52 UTC 1 min read
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Speaking ahead of a visit to Barrow-in-Furness, the PM seeks to stress the economic benefits of defence spending.

Speaking ahead of a visit to Barrow-in-Furness, the PM seeks to stress the economic benefits of defence spending.
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