Is Britain's Military Still Fit For Purpose? (Your Radical Questions with Brendan Simms)

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Brendan Simms is Professor of the History of International Relations at the University of Cambridge and the author of The Return of the Great Powers. He challenges the widespread belief that Britain is in terminal decline, arguing that the UK remains one of the world’s four true Great Powers. In the main episode, Brendan explained why Britain’s resources, global reach, reputation and resilience still give it significant international influence. He also argued that great power politics has returned as the dominant force shaping global affairs. In this special Q&A, Brendan answers your questions on what steps Britain needs to take to stay relevant, whether its military is fit for purpose, and whether our soft power is overlooked. - WhatsApp: 0330 123 9480 - Email: radical@bbc.co.uk Episodes of Radical are released every Thursday and Monday. Series Producer: Rufus Gray Producers: Nathan Gower and Ivana Davidovic Digital Producer: Joe Wilkinson Technical Producer: Jonny Baker Senior News Editor: Sam Bonham