A major new defence initiative will be unveiled by the Conservatives, promising a £10 billion air and missile defence system modelled on Israel’s "Iron Dome" to bolster the UK’s ability to counter aerial threats. Dubbed the "Britannia Shield," the programme is being positioned as one of the most substantial military investments since the Cold War, with a focus on upgrading radar and interceptor technology. Critics have already highlighted the need for greater self-defence capabilities, framing the move as a response to evolving security risks. The announcement, set to be made at the party conference, signals a shift in defence strategy with long-term implications for national security.
Party to unveil plans for one of UK’s ‘most significant military programmes since the cold war’ The Conservatives will announce plans to build a £10bn British “Iron Dome” similar to Israel’s air and missile defence system, which the party will christen “Britannia Shield” in an announcement at conference on Tuesday.The shadow defence secretary, James Cartlidge, will say Britain needs to be ready to defend itself from potential aerial attacks and that new investment was needed in advanced radar and interceptor missiles. Continue reading...
