Labour's Defence Plan: All Spin, No Substance?

Labour aims to boost UK defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027. Critics call it misleading, with minimal increases from 2.3% to 2.36% funded by cutting overseas aid. Former Defence Secretary Sir Ben Wallace (@BenWallaceMP) argues it just "spins and tinkers," overlooking decades of cuts. The defence sector calls it a "sticking plaster." Meanwhile, whole fleets retire before replacements arrive, challenging claims of enhanced capabilities. All while allies like NATO suggest spending should exceed 3% of GDP. Could this be just smoke and mirrors?