Whilst I have said this before, the facts do not change our situation, we are left in a most delicate situation.
No Labour government has ever taken defence seriously, and they would rather be trying to gain brownee points with the public with hand outs rather than presenting solid support for our security.
We need to start some real long term planing, raising the professional standard of our armed forces, particularly with the RAN, who consume much of the defence budget but fail to act in a professional manner.
This government will surely be kicked out at the next election, the majority of the public is sick if their lies, the constant spin and their lack of a real long term plan of how to grow this country.
Our defence people need the best of government support, the best in equipment and to give pathway to success. To do any less is to send them out to fight with one hand tied behind their back.
The government needs to totally support the armed forces with dedicated people who will do their very best for our service people, not some staff who understand nothing about how to make it happen.
There needs to be mutual respect by both parties and I sure do not see that today. No wonder our service staff are leaving they can see no future with what Labour present.
Regards
Col
Last edited by herkman; 11th May 2012 at 23:21.