It will be the fifth role in a year for the Tory MP, who will replace outgoing minister Ben Wallace.
He added:"As I get to work... I am looking forward to working with the brave men and women of our Armed Forces who defend our nation's security. And continuing the UK's support for Ukraine in their fight against Putin's barbaric invasion."
And in a parting shot to secure his department's future, Mr Wallace added:"I know you agree with me that we must not return to the days where defence was viewed as a discretionary spend by government and savings were achieved by hollowing out. He added:"I fully understand your desire to step down after eight years of exacting ministerial duties. As you say, the jobs you have done have required you to be available on a continuous basis.
A Labour source said Mr Wallace had"shown important leadership in supporting Ukraine from the start".
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