Show Notes
The state of UK's defence has been exposed after its minister resigned over insufficient funds being allocated.
Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte has demanded allies produce 'credible' spending plans at next month's summit in Ankara
With Nato demanding greater military investment and UK borders facing new tests, will the government's defence investment plan be enough to keep the UK safe and keep Nato members happy?
Joining Enda Brady for this discussion:
Sean Bell, Military Analyst and Retired Air Vice-Marshal
Jane Kinninmont, Chief Executive Officer at the United Nations Association
Frank Ledwidge, Senior Lecturer in Strategy and Law at Portsmouth University and a Former Military Intelligence officer
Paul Taylor, Senior Visiting Fellow in the Europe in the World Programme at the European Policy Centre
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