Completely agree.donald_of_tokyo wrote: ↑07 May 2022, 15:42 …..before talking about more weapons and/or more hulls…..UK need good amount of ammo and logistics/spare-parts…..
Low stocking levels of missiles, consumables and spare parts have been a perennial problem which to be fair was tackled to a certain extent in the Integrated Review. This is without doubt the absolute priority. It’s not sexy but it’s essential nonetheless.
The manpower issue is indeed another critical issue. Terms and conditions improvements to aid retention is another principal issue. It must be properly funded.
It should also be remembered that a lot of the extra cash in the integrated review has now been swallowed by rampant inflation. If HMG doesn’t boost defence spending further more cuts are now unfortunately virtually assured.