James Heappey supports the idea of putting UK troops on the ground in Ukraine, but not on the frontline

James Heappey says UK should consider sending troops to Ukraine - but away from the frontline. Outgoing MP also says Britain needs to be better prepared for war at a time of growing threats. Outspoken MP says UK needs to reinvigorate a large reserve force of thousands of veterans.

James Heappey supports idea of putting UK troops on the ground in Ukraine. Would like to see revival of UK's Cold War-style readiness, such as reinvigorating the Strategic Reserve of thousands of veterans. Would also want to see a revival of the UK's 'Cold War readiness'