UK military chief warns of defense delays as threats grow
Chief of the Defence Staff Richard Knighton warned that Britain is running out of time to boost its military readiness amid rising Russian aggression. Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed the delayed Defence Investment Plan will be published before the July NATO summit to address funding shortfalls.
United Kingdom military chief Richard Knighton warned on Friday morning that budget delays are stalling a critical £28 billion defense investment plan. The shortfall covers the next four years as the government faces internal rows over military equipment funding. Investors in defense contractors face uncertainty until the government clarifies its 3% GDP spending timeline.
Chief of the Defence Staff Richard Knighton told BBC Radio that Russia is raising stakes through airspace incursions and cyberattacks. He stated that the military must increase spending faster to reach warfighting readiness.
