John Healey
John Healey, born 13 February 1960, is a British Labour Party politician who has served as the Member of Parliament for Wentworth and Dearne (formerly Wentworth) since 1997. Source 1
Healey entered Parliament in the 1997 general election and has represented the constituency continuously. Before joining the Cabinet, he held the position of Shadow Housing Secretary from 2015 to 2024. Source 2
On 5 July 2024, he was appointed Secretary of State for Defence, a role he held until his resignation on 11 June 2026. During his tenure, Healey oversaw UK defence policy amid heightened international security concerns. Source 2
He resigned over concerns that planned military funding was insufficient to meet NATO commitments and rising threats. The move sparked ongoing debates about defence spending priorities. Source 5
Constituents can find more information on local issues at his official website: johnhealeymp.co.uk.
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