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Critics Slam Starmer's Urgent Need for Defence Spending Plan

4/14/2026

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Fiona Hill, co-author of Britain's strategic defence review, criticizes Keir Starmer's military leadership for a 'bizarre' lack of urgency.
She echoes George Robertson's warning that the government's failure to present a 10-year defence spending plan undermines national security.
Former Defence Secretary John Hutton urges borrowing more for defence.
Hill notes uncertainty could drive British defence firms abroad.
The delay in investment plans raises concerns among lawmakers.

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Fiona Hill, co-author of Britain's strategic defence review, criticizes Keir Starmer's military leadership for a 'bizarre' lack of urgency.
She echoes George Robertson's warning that the government's failure to present a 10-year defence spending plan undermines national security.
Former Defence Secretary John Hutton urges borrowing more for defence.
Hill notes uncertainty could drive British defence firms abroad.
The delay in investment plans raises concerns among lawmakers.