UK complacent about war threat, warns defence boss
The threat of attack has never been higher, the boss of Europe's biggest defence contractor has warned. Dr Charles Woodburn
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"This is by far the most threatening time I've seen."
— Dr Charles Woodburn , Executive
"If you look at what our adversaries are building, they're also building significantly large platforms - aircraft, ships, submarines."
— Dr Charles Woodburn , Executive
Key People
Dr Charles Woodburn is the CEO of BAE Systems.
John Healey is the UK's Defence Secretary who recently resigned due to concerns over military funding.
Sir Gwyn Jenkins is the First Sea Lord of the UK.
Wes Streeting is the UK Health Secretary known for his focus on improving safety for cosmetic procedures.
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The threat of attack has never been higher, the boss of Europe's biggest defence contractor has warned. Dr Charles Woodburn
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