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(4)UK forces are likely to operate as part of international coalitions in future conflicts, Defense Secretary Bob Ainsworth has told the Commons.(5)Outlining a Green Paper on military reform, he said "further integration" with key allies may be needed.
    It reveals no spending figures but prepares for a post-election spending review amid "real pressure" on budgets. The Tories say ministers have put security at risk because spending must be cut to reduce the nation’s debt.(6)None of the three main parties has said they will protect the defense budget from anticipated spending cuts and all back a root and branch review of defense policy after the election—widely expected to be held in May.