Streeting unable to confirm cost of new RAF space squadron

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Sept, 13:14

Defence Secretary Wes Streeting could not confirm the cost of a new military space squadron during a live interview.

Wes Streeting announced the UK's new military space squadron in broadcast studios but was unable to provide the cost during a live LBC interview on 23 September. He expressed frustration at not having the figure to hand.

How it is being reported

• Wes Streeting left ‘kicking himself’ as he admits he doesn’t know cost of UK’s new military space squadronThe Independent · 23 Sept, 12:50
• 'I'm kicking myself': Wes Streeting left red-faced in interview as he admits he doesn't know cost of his new RAF 'space force'Daily Mail · 23 Sept, 11:10

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