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MPs warn extra funding could be needed for overstretched armed forces
UK forces in Iraq ‘overstretched and under-resourced’

British armed forces in Iraq are overstretched and face “serious problems” with their equipment, a highly critical report has warned today. The Commons defence committee praises the work that UK troops are doing but expresses alarm that a lack of resources is hampering their operational capabilities. Defence secretary Des Browne said action was being taken… Read more »

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MPs urge recall of parliament over Middle East crisis
MPs call for recall of parliament

A group of MPs, former ministers and party leaders have today called for parliament to be recalled to allow the proper discussion of the crisis gripping the Middle East. In a letter to the leader of the House of Commons, Jack Straw, the 20 signatories warn there is “massive concern” about the hostilities between Israel… Read more »