What does the defence secretary role hold for Grant Shapps?
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What does the defence secretary role hold for Grant Shapps?
Former energy security secretary Grant Shapps has replaced Ben Wallace as defence secretary, following the latter’s resignation.
In contrast to Mr Wallace, who headed the Ministry of Defence for four years, Mr Shapps has held five cabinet positions in the space of a year.
The MP for Welwyn Hatfield has been a regular in the cabinet since the Conservatives came into office in 2010, and his new role will require all of his political experience as he tackles an in-tray that includes the Ukraine conflict and China.
Former education minister Claire Coutinho replaces Mr Shapps as energy security secretary.
Report by Jonesia.
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Grant Shapps has said that “state involvement” in the large-scale cyber attack on the Ministry of Defence cannot be ruled out as speculation continues to grow that China carried out the hack. The defence secretary said there is evidence of “potential failings” of the contractor operating the payroll system that was hacked, “which may have made it easier for the malign actor” to gain access to bank details of veterans. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Rishi Sunak has reassured the public following a major data breach at the Ministry of Defence, which impacted a third-party payroll system. "I do want to reassure people the Ministry of Defence has already taken action, removing the network and taking it offline and making sure the people affected are supported in the right way," he said. He refused to be drawn on claims China is behind the data breach, but confirmed defence secretary Grant Shapps will address MPs in the House of Commons later today.
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Defence secretary Grant Shapps says that Jens Stoltenberg, the secretary general of NATO, is delighted with the UK's commitment to spending 2.5% of GDP on defence by 2030.
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Rishi Sunak and Defence Secretary Grant Shapps have visited the Warsaw Armoured Brigade where they met British soldiers - including one of the prime minister's own constituents. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Rishi Sunak, Jeremy Hunt and Grant Shapps have been greeted by the British ambassador to Poland, Anna Clunes, at Warsaw Airport.
The prime minister is in Poland to discuss security with his counterpart Donald Tusk and Nato Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Energy Security Secretary Claire Coutinho insists border security was not compromised during a system outage at UK airports this week and that the problems were not the result of ‘malign’ activity. But she says the government is renewing its security contractors after the Ministry of Defence’s payroll system was hacked. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Claire Coutinho says the Metropolitan Police “made a serious misstep” after an antisemitism campaigner was called "openly Jewish" by an officer and threatened with arrest. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The last time there was a change in the main party of government an outgoing Labour minister famously left a note saying "I'm afraid there is no money". Never.. Sky News
Rishi Sunak has unveiled the Conservative campaign bus in Teesside during his tour of the North East. In a speech in front of the blue coach, the Prime Minister sought to draw dividing lines with Labour. He said the Tories are “the ones taking bold action, getting the planes off to Rwanda”, despite the Prime Minister confirming earlier in the campaign that no deportation flights are due to take off before the General Election on July 4. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Tories have announced a pledge to give 30 towns £20 million, a plan that Labour has described as a “reckless, unfunded” commitment. The Conservatives have announced they would add the towns to their long-term plan for towns, taking the total number of towns in the programme to more than 100, and local people in each area will decide how the money will be used for long-term regeneration. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Power out in all but three regions of Ukraine with state-owned power grid operator Ukrenergo saying shutdowns affected both industrial and household consumers.
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The Russian Ministry of Defense announced on Sunday the capture of the small village of Umanske in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine, marking a significant development in their ongoing offensive. The ministry reported that Russian troops had "liberated the village of Umanskoye in the popular republic of Donetsk," referring to the Ukrainian village of Umanske.
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Shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper said the party wants to see “significant changes” and is clear that net migration “must come down”. But she stopped short of setting a target, saying the Conservatives have failed when they have done so and arguing that “variations” each year – such as the war in Ukraine – must also be considered. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Former Leeds Rhinos, England and Great Britain scrum-half Rob Burrow has died at the age of 41. A one-club man, Burrow won eight Super League titles, three World Club Challenges and two Challenge Cups with the Rhinos in a stellar career. In 2019, two years after retiring from the sport, Burrow was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND). With the help of former teammate Kevin Sinfield, millions of pounds have been raised for MND charities. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The people of Scotland “want rid of this disastrous, chaotic Tory government”, the First Minister has said. John Swinney spoke at the SNP’s Westminster campaign launch, where he told the crowd that Scottish citizens want a party that is laser-focused on their concerns – a party that is going to “help them and their families live happier, healthier lives”. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper and shadow education secretary Bridget Phillipson met apprentices from gas distribution company SGN to discuss their plans to create a “golden age of lifelong learning”. They met and chatted at the site of a gas pipe repair in a residential street in East Putney, south-west London. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
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