https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/uk-brings-forward-defense-spending-target-pledging-billions-to-ukraineContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/uk-brings-forward-defense-spending-target-pledging-billions-to-ukrainehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/uk-brings-forward-defense-spending-target-pledging-billions-to-ukraine#u167479Sun, 01 Nov 2026 09:51:58 +0000The United Kingdom has brought forward its target to raise defense spending to 3 percent of gross domestic product by 2030, alongside pledging billions of pounds in support for Ukraine. Presenting his budget, Chancellor John Healey announced the accelerated timeline while confirming full funding for the defense investment plan. To cover a financial shortfall, government departments have been instructed to make 1 percent spending cuts. While the budget secures immediate funding gaps, businesses warn that procurement processes must speed up to ensure domestic suppliers benefit from the funding.W