Defence budget has been 'raided' and there is an 'uphill battle' to get more, says Ben Wallace

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While the defence secretary denies reports he is considering resigning if he doesn't get more funding at the Budget next month, Ben Wallace warns of a "growing threat" to the UK and says his department needs more cash to continue modernising the British Armed Forces.

Published 4 months ago · London, United Kingdom

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