Why Britain would struggle to defend itself from a military attack | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleMillie CookeWednesday 19 November 2025 09:33 GMTWorld of Trouble: Ukraine cannot win against Russia, warns top British army chiefA report by the Commons Defence Committee warned that Britain is unprepared to defend itself from a major attack and lacks a plan for homeland defence.The report highlighted concerns about the UK's ability to fight a war and meet its NATO obligations in the wake of Russia's war in Ukraine.Defence Secretary John Healey announced plans to significantly increase the UK's production of munitions and military explosives.At least 13 sites across the UK have been identified for new factories, with the first expected to begin construction next year, creating over 1,000 jobs.The Ministry of Defence has committed £1.5bn to additional defence investment, including funding for new energetics factories and the opening of two new drone factories.In fullBritain lacks a plan to defend itself from military attack, MPs warnThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in