Dr. Foxy, aye, the cuts were excessive, though made in the context of a crippling deficit (which has not gone away). The lack of political support for increasing military capabilities is concerning. (View Post)

Mr. Jonathan, on that note, every government I can remember has reduced our armed forces' capability. The only department Labour didn't splurge spending on was Defence. (View Post)

Mr. xP, not a recent development. Blair's 45 minutes. Labour and the Lib Dems having a manifesto promise for a referendum, then reneging. (View Post)

Mr. B2, if Boris Johnson's Dick has let him down, what else can he rely on? (View Post)

Well, that was bizarre and annoying. browsing the internet, and the connection seems to die, but it's indicated as working. Tried the old off-and-on trick, doesn't work. On a whim, shift ba… (View Post)