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UK Lawmaker Warns of Pre-WWII Defense Vulnerabilities

3/13/2026

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Sir Alan Campbell, the Commons Leader, warned that Britain's defenses resemble pre-World War II vulnerabilities.
He said the government will rebuild military capabilities in response to rising tensions.
The discussion followed calls from Conservative former defense minister Andrew Murrison for the government to publish its delayed defense investment plan.
Labour's Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi stressed the need for stable investment to enhance military readiness.

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Sir Alan Campbell, the Commons Leader, warned that Britain's defenses resemble pre-World War II vulnerabilities.
He said the government will rebuild military capabilities in response to rising tensions.
The discussion followed calls from Conservative former defense minister Andrew Murrison for the government to publish its delayed defense investment plan.
Labour's Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi stressed the need for stable investment to enhance military readiness.