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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Grant_ShappsGrant Shapps - Wikipedia

    Grant Shapps (born 14 September 1968) is a British politician serving as Secretary of State for Defence since August 2023.

  2. Learn about the biography, political career and previous roles of Grant Shapps MP, who became the Secretary of State for Defence in August 2023. Find out his responsibilities, announcements and policy papers on defence issues.

  3. Aug 31, 2023 · Grant Shapps, a veteran Tory MP and former party chairman, has been appointed defence secretary amid a war in Europe. He has no military experience but is a skilled communicator, but also has a history of Wikipedia editing scandal, bullying allegations and second job controversy.

  4. Aug 31, 2023 · Grant Shapps has been appointed UK defence secretary, moving to his fifth cabinet job in a year, following the resignation of Ben Wallace. Prime minister Rishi Sunak promoted Shapps, 54, to...

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  6. Sep 1, 2023 · The former Transport Secretary and Energy Secretary replaces Ben Wallace as the head of the Ministry of Defence. He pledges to support Ukraine and the armed forces, and work with the National Security Council and NATO.

  7. Aug 31, 2023 · U.K. Names Grant Shapps as New Defense Minister - The New York Times. For U.K. Defense Secretary: Exit the Ex-Soldier. Enter the Political Operative. Ben Wallace, a former soldier, championed the...

  8. Aug 31, 2023 · Rishi Sunak announces the Tory MP as the fifth cabinet role in a year, replacing Ben Wallace who is leaving for the next election. The appointment sparks criticism from opposition parties and defence experts, who question his lack of experience and knowledge in the field.