BFBS Radio Sitrep

New PM, a new era for Defence?

New PM, a new era for Defence?

Released:

Liz Truss promised big on Defence in her campaign to replace Boris Johnson – now she has to deliver.

BFBS Sitrep assesses what a big uplift in the defence budget could be spent on, how she will handle the Ukraine war, and whether the forces are facing another shake up.

Russia expected to win in...

0:00 / 0:00

New PM, a new era for Defence?

Released:

Liz Truss promised big on Defence in her campaign to replace Boris Johnson – now she has to deliver.

BFBS Sitrep assesses what a big uplift in the defence budget could be spent on, how she will handle the Ukraine war, and whether the forces are facing another shake up.

Russia expected to win in...

All Episodes

Award winning Sitrep brings you discussion and analysis on defence, foreign policy and the stories affecting the British Forces. Presented by Kate Gerbeau, with expert analysis from Professor Michael Clarke.

Order by:

Sitrep May 14th 2009

Released:
Play Episode

Why does the MoD have such problem with its equipment; do warriors get enough exercise; why the government won’t allow Iraqi interpreters into the UK; the real reason why Washington has sacked the ISAF general; the real reason why Pakistan is at long last facing up to Taliban; why the UN is front-runner for the 2009 Really Useless award; And piracy – how is the ransom money handed over, by whom and to whom? Oh, and do you know why sailors say aye aye....? 

Download:

Download this episode

Sitrep May 7th 2009

Released:
Play Episode
This week's programme looks at the future of Devonport Naval Base, as well as the growing crisis in the border regions of Pakistan...

Download:

Download this episode

Sitrep April 30th 2009

Released:
Play Episode
Iraq dominates this week, but Christopher Lee and guests also look at Britain's new policy on Afghanistan and Pakistan...

Download:

Download this episode