Nuclear weapons storage in spotlight as US plans $4bn boost for its UK airbases
Summary
The US plans to spend over $4 billion upgrading its military bases in the UK, including building new bunkers that will likely store nuclear weapons. These upgrades involve major bases in Suffolk and Gloucestershire and reflect the strong military partnership between the US and the UK.Key Facts
- The US government will spend more than $4 billion on upgrading bases in the UK.
- New bunkers in Suffolk are expected to store nuclear weapons returning to the area.
- RAF Lakenheath, the largest US base in the UK, will receive over $1.6 billion for improvements.
- About 6,000 US military personnel are stationed at RAF Lakenheath.
- RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk will get around $1.1 billion in upgrades; it supports missions to the Middle East.
- The US has more than 12,000 military personnel across at least 15 bases and facilities in the UK.
- US-UK policy does not confirm or deny the presence of nuclear weapons at specific sites.
- Some upgrades include stronger security and more housing for personnel.
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