JTO,
Exactly and totally agree-and HMG/HMT should be honest with the British public on what the consequences of these cuts are-if 'we are all in it together' then at least inform the British people of exactly what they are in for with these cuts.
Honestly and transparently align expectations, rather than pretend that Frontline services are not being cut and that the defence/interests of the British people are not being compromised.