Former British NATO commander calls for nation to 'start thinking the unthinkable and reconsider conscription' - after Army chief said Brits should be 'equipped' to fight in war against Russia

General Sir Richard Shirreff said mandatory call-ups for military service were 'absolute anathema' to professional soldiers - but said Britain had to be ready for the worst-case scenario against Russia.

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