A former Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace, has criticized Labour for wanting to give voting rights to 16-year-olds while dismissing the idea of young adults contributing to national defence.
Labour vs. Tories: Rights vs. Duties
Wallace accused Labour of championing rights but avoiding duties after the Tories announced plans for mandatory national service for all 18-year-olds if re-elected on July 4.
Labour Slams Tory Plans
Labour has described the Tory proposal as a "headline-grabbing gimmick" and criticized the Conservatives for reducing the size of the Armed Forces.
Defence Chief Calls Out Labour
Former defence chief Ben Wallace called out Labour's hypocrisy for supporting voting rights for 16-year-olds while sneering at the idea of 18-year-olds contributing to national security.
Criticism from Military Figures
Rishi Sunak's pledge to bring back military service has faced criticism not only from Opposition parties but also from leading military figures who doubt its feasibility.
Backlash from Northern Ireland Minister
Northern Ireland Minister Steve Baker criticized the policy, calling it a Conservative Party decision that had been "sprung" on MPs without proper consultation.
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