Posted 3/3/2024, 2:48:34 PM
Hunt Admits UK May Need to Boost Defense Spending Despite Rejecting Calls for Hikes in Upcoming Budget
- Jeremy Hunt admits Britain will likely have to increase defense spending in the future due to growing Russian aggression, despite rejecting calls for more military investment in upcoming Budget
- Hunt was questioned about prioritizing small tax cuts over investing in areas like defense
- Reports say Hunt rejected requests from Defense Secretary Grant Shapps to boost military spending by £9 billion
- Fears are rising over readiness of British Armed Forces to fight a full conflict against Russia due to inadequate manpower, equipment
- Future of Britain's second aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales may be threatened by funding issues, could possibly be mothballed or sold off by 2028