Podcast 138 - Britain - imperialism abroad and austerity at home
Socialist correspondent
- Published
- September 2, 2025
- Duration
- 18:30
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- Last updated
- May 20, 2026
Discusses While the UK economy stagnates at home, the government plans to increase military spending to 3% per…
Summary
While the UK economy stagnates at home, the government plans to increase military spending to 3% per annum. To pay for this funds will be taken away from social welfare services and further austerity measures seem inevitable. Claims that increasing military expenditure is necessary to defend the UK in a hostile world lack credibility. The reality is that …
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While the UK economy stagnates at home, the government plans to increase military spending to 3% per annum. To pay for this funds will be taken away from social welfare services and further austerity measures seem inevitable. Claims that increasing military expenditure is necessary to defend the UK in a hostile world lack credibility. The reality is that it is an attempt to maintain and strengthen Britain's imperial role in the world and prevent fundamental changes in the world order.