Dan Jarvis has been appointed Secretary of State for Defence in the British government led by Keir Starmer, following the resignation of his predecessor, John Healey.

Dan Jarvis, a former officer of the British army, has been appointed the new Minister of Defence, taking over the position from John Healey, who resigned due to disagreements related to the defense budget and the pace of investments in modernizing the armed forces. This change comes at a critical moment for the Labour government, which is facing increased pressure to strengthen defense capabilities in the face of security challenges in Europe and internationally.

Jarvis's appointment is seen as a measure to ensure the continuity of the United Kingdom's security and defense policies, given his prior military experience. This decision reflects the government's commitment to respond effectively to current security challenges.