Quote ="Scarlet Pimpernell"Yes they were but I did say it was a political decision not one made by the armed forces. We have also reduced spending on all branches of the forces so our reserves were already at low levels. I believe we are looking to reduce the size of the army by 9000 reducing it’s strength to levels not seen for over 100 years when we are apparently at a dangerous time for Europe.'"
How could it be anything other than a political decision?
Its not down to the Commander at Catterick Garrison !!!
I will ask again:
Are you suggesting we shouldn't send arms if it weakens our own defences?
I simply don't understand the point you are trying to make.
The plans to reduce the size of our armed forces was taken well before the Ukraine conflict and reasoning given(investment into high tech).