The nuclear-armed submarines are set to replace the current Vanguard-class when they enter service and will be capable of launching Trident 2 D5 ballistic missiles

Guys, we really need to save on welfare costs. That’s why we made a controversial cut of £5b to disability support.

Meanwhile, we think the army needs more money. £3b last year, and £8.4b here. It’s really worth it, I promise.

  • crimson_iris@piefed.socialEnglish
    51·
    17 天前

    Russia? We can just blow the shit out of them with conventional weapons, don’t need this.

    And what’s stopping them from escalating with nuclear weapons, if not a strategic nuclear deterrent? Also, you may be severely overestimating the conventional forces of the UK.