The future of conscription: Will the USA bring back the military draft?
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The UK government is being urged to consider bringing back conscription due to the country's declining military numbers and potential threats from Russia. The British Army's ranks have shrunk to just over 72,000 regular forces personnel, the smallest since the Napoleonic Wars, sparking concerns about national security.
The UK's military faces falling numbers, prompting calls to bring back conscription. The British Army has just over 72,000 regular forces personnel, the smallest since the Napoleonic Wars. This has set off alarm bells among national security chiefs, who warn the country is defenceless against a Russian attack. Some experts believe conscription could help boost the UK's armed forces. The UK hasn't had conscription since National Service ended in 1963. However, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has denied discussing conscription, saying it has never crossed his lips.
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