The UK government has announced £500 million in defence cuts, which will see the decommissioning of key military assets including warships, helicopters, and drones. Defence Secretary John Healey confirmed that two Royal Navy flagships, 14 Chinook helicopters, 17 Puma helicopters, and two wave-class tankers will be scrapped. Critics argue that these cuts come at a time of increasing global instability and could weaken the UK's military capabilities. The decision follows years of financial pressure on the armed forces, raising concerns about the country's ability to respond to future threats.
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UK politics - live: Royal Navy assault ships and army drones axed as Labour announce defence cuts
Royal Navy flagships, tankers and helicopters will be decommissioned in cost-saving measures announced by defence secretary John Healey. Two former Royal Navy flagships, 14 Chinook helicopters, 17 Puma helicopters and two wave-class tankers are among the equipment that will be decommissioned.
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Good! It’s about time governments start reining in their massive military budgets. The UK shouldn’t be wasting taxpayer money on warships and helicopters when there’s no direct threat. People should be able to keep more of their money instead of funding endless defense spending. Let’s focus on individual freedoms and less on trying to police the world.
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