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Back to EpisodesEx-Labour Defence Chiefs Urge Welfare Cuts for Defence Boost
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Former Labour defence secretaries urge cuts to welfare to boost defence budget, citing national security concerns. Lord Robertson and Lord Hutton criticize Labours priorities, with Robertson accusing the Treasury of blocking defence funds. Reactions range from Labours Harriet Harman suggesting means-testing the pension triple lock to Conservatives offering to collaborate on welfare cuts. The Treasury demands £3.5 billion in cuts, amid a £28 billion defence black hole over four years, and experts warn of a growing safety gap.
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