Minister says it is his job to ‘keep marching forward’ as he vows to deliver for the military Stay on top of the latest political news with our View from Westminster newsletter Get the latest political headlines with our free email Get the latest political headlines with our free email Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice The UK’s new defence secretary has said he is “absolutely determined” to provide the armed