>I think most people would be surprised if ex senior military Personnel didn't think military spending should be increased.
replyWhen all you know is a hammer...
Today, the UK's Navy for example is so diminished due to cuts by successive governments, that it would struggle to defend even Britain's shores.
replySee for example https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBe_36XfZb4
UK military capability is not what perhaps persists in some people's imaginations, even compared to say 20 years ago.
Britain does need to increase military spending.