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Sir Robert Ben Lobban Wallace KCB (born 15 May 1970) is a British politician and former British Army Officer who served as Secretary of State for Defence from 2019 to 2023. A member of the Conservative Party, he was the Member of Parliament (MP) for Wyre and Preston North, formerly Lancaster and Wyre, from 2005 to 2024 .
Aug 31, 2023 · Read his letter in full to the prime minister, explaining his decision to step down after four years in the role. He praises the government's support for defence and the Armed Forces, and says he wants to invest in his personal life and new opportunities.
Jul 15, 2023 · Ben Wallace says he will step down as defence secretary at the next cabinet reshuffle after four years in the job. He told the Sunday Times he would not stand at the next general election, but...
Jul 15, 2023 · Learn about Ben Wallace's career in politics and the military, from his role in the Ukraine crisis to his bid for Nato secretary general. Find out why he will leave Cabinet and not seek re-election as an MP.
Aug 31, 2023 · Ben Wallace, who held the role for four years, resigned on Thursday after announcing last month he would leave his post at the next cabinet reshuffle. Names mentioned by senior Conservatives as...
Aug 31, 2023 · Ben Wallace, who held the role for four years, announced his departure last month and will leave on Thursday. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is expected to name his successor, with names such as James Heappey, John Glen and Liam Fox in the running.
Ben Wallace is a former soldier, a Conservative MP for Wyre and Preston North, and the Secretary of State for Defence from 2019 to 2023. He has served in various roles in government, including Security Minister and Northern Ireland Minister, and has been involved in several defence and security issues, such as the Salisbury attack, the Ukraine crisis, and the National Space Council.
