‘Starmer must take into account reducing support finances to fund defence spending improve’, minister says

Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge advised Sunday Morning with Trevor Phillips that whereas there may be consensus on the necessity for elevated defence spending, it’s essential to "say where the money is coming from".

He acknowledged the "old-fashioned" nature of this strategy however emphasised the necessity for monetary readability.

Mr Cartlidge additionally voiced assist for Tory chief Kemi Badenoch, who affirmed her occasion’s backing for the federal government in the event that they improve defence spending.

However, he pressured that borrowing and taxes can’t be relied upon, as each are already at unsustainable ranges.

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