Al Carns: “The IRA failed to achieve its political ends through the use of terrorist tactics. We must be exceptionally careful that…”

I think the premise of the question is welfare over warfare - a pound off a nurse to give it to a soldier? And I just don't agree with that premise.

The prime minister needs to make "bold and courageous" decision to fund defence.

a really honest conversation with the population about the threats we face

So, my view would be we need to get on board.