UK Faces £29 Billion Defence Funding Gap Amid Global Threats
A report highlights a significant funding shortfall for the UK's armed forces, raising concerns over the country's ability to maintain its military capabilities.
- Senior MPs warn of up to £29 billion funding shortfall for UK's armed forces, citing growing global threats.
- Ministry of Defence lacks credible plan to fund armed forces, leaving UK reliant on allies.
- Inflation and adverse currency movements contribute to a record funding gap, with the nuclear deterrent upgrade costs skyrocketing.
- Defence spending increase fails to cover the deficit, as MPs criticize the MoD's procurement processes and reliance on future spending increases.
- Concerns raised over the impact of funding gaps on the UK's military capabilities and international role.