27 jun 2026
Burnham will need a Moscow test as well as Makerfield test, says ex-military chief

Former Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin says defence must be a priority for the next prime minister.
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Adm Sir Tony Radakin says UK currenly ‘falls short’ of level required to keep Russian threats at bay The former head of the armed forces has told Andy Burnham that plans for defence spending must meet a “Moscow test” to keep Russian threats at bay, warning the UK currently “falls short” of that level of commitment.
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Burnham may have to boost defence spending to pass ‘Moscow test’, says ex-military chief
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