The prime minister told reporters that we were “unfortunately living in a world that is more dangerous than we’ve known it in a decade, probably more dangerous than the end of the Cold War,” and that’s why it was “important in that we do invest more in our defense, and that’s what we’ve been doing” while talking to reporters on the plane to Poland.
Keeping people safe is my first concern, and you are correct—I have told them straight that the world is less safe than it has been in decades. It is my duty and responsibility to make investments to keep the nation safe, and I am doing just that.
The prime minister told reporters that the UK was “proud” that it had taken the lead in supporting Ukraine and that it was “important” for Europeans to invest in security during these unstable times. He also announced the transfer of an additional £500 million in military aid to Ukraine, bringing the UK’s total support to £3 billion this year.
