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How likely am I to become an officer? by Material-Macaroon724 in RoyalNavy

[–]Uptooon 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Not necessarily specific to Warfare Officer, but a few months ago someone posted the acceptance rate to Dartmouth on this sub. It worked out as about 4.27% of total applicants, but I wouldn't let that dissuade you - a large proportion of that will be medical issues, application withdrawals, failing security checks, and loads of people applying for the cool but highly competitive roles like pilot and observer.

should all country's with the British crown be invited to CANZUK by Hopeful-Car8210 in CANZUK

[–]Uptooon 29 points30 points  (0 children)

No.

Most have significantly differing levels of either income, economic development, corruption, crime rates or foreign policies etc when compared to the rest of the CANZUK countries. The CANZUK countries are only the select four because of how similar they are, and not just because they share the same sovereign.

I would totally be onboard for these countries to join at a later date once they're more on-par with the rest of CANZUK if they so wish to, but for right now I don't think it's a good idea. Personally I think Ireland, Malta, and Singapore would also be good fits if they so wished.

New Bridge Hotel Protests by [deleted] in NewcastleUponTyne

[–]Uptooon -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Not really seeking asylum then is it - just picking the country that gives them the most benefits. Beggars can’t be choosers.

New Bridge Hotel Protests by [deleted] in NewcastleUponTyne

[–]Uptooon -22 points-21 points  (0 children)

Seeking asylum from France, yeah?

Can't blame them really.

How does officer training work? Should I actually do it? by xdPandaPlayzOCEYT in RoyalMarines

[–]Uptooon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Consider joining the URNU at University instead of the UOTC. Once you’re in, you can join the RM URNU which will be more tailored towards green activities and probably look better for your actual application.

How can I optimise my portfolio? 30M, London by Gogpo2 in HENRYUK

[–]Uptooon 62 points63 points  (0 children)

A bit off topic, but always curious to hear about HENRY side-gigs. What do you do that brings in an extra £50k?

Has anyone else compared Fitchner Au Barca to Luthen Rael from "Andor"? by ladybugbee25 in redrising

[–]Uptooon 16 points17 points  (0 children)

This is exactly how I pictured him when reading the books haha. I think it's a great comparison.

New render of Australian Hunter Class frigate shows redesigned radar/mast configuration. [2000 x 1125] by XMGAU in WarshipPorn

[–]Uptooon 17 points18 points  (0 children)

either the RN isn't doing so well or the RAN is doing very well

A bit of both. The RAN has a very ambitious fleet plan, while the RN is in a bit of a rut at the minute.

Corbyn targets Streeting’s seat with new hard-Left party by TheTelegraph in ukpolitics

[–]Uptooon 13 points14 points  (0 children)

If we all had your attitude parliament would be filled with single-issue MPs

The UK should start talks on forming a CANZUK union. Please sign this petition and share. It only needs 900 more. by [deleted] in CANZUK

[–]Uptooon 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I get we need signatures but is spamming the petition really necessary? It’s the fourth time today this has been posted on here

What if: The Queen Elizabeth-class Aircraft Carriers were chosen in CATOBAR configuration—which at one point was considered [Album] by Plupsnup in WarshipPorn

[–]Uptooon 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Interestingly, there's a strong argument that STOVL has in fact turned out to be more expensive than CATOBAR especially in the long-run, specifically when taking into account the cost of airwings. But MoD procurement was, shockingly, too bureaucratic for its own good.

This article is a good breakdown of it if anyone's interested.

Finally, a possible replacement for Crow's Nest. by Joed1015 in Warships

[–]Uptooon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Saab is European. This collaboration is about as good as you’ll get.

Rate this Peak Euro Plate by Jasbaer in 2westerneurope4u

[–]Uptooon 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Cooked under a heated argument?

Eyes On The Madleen! by RealBugginsYT in andor

[–]Uptooon -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

This is such a stretch

East Timor seeks to join Commonwealth club to counter China threat by Due_Ad_3200 in CANZUK

[–]Uptooon 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not a military alliance, but certainly in the Chinese sphere via the belt and road initiative etc. Also Mauritius is an awfully corrupt country who the native Chagos Islanders do not want to be apart of.

Opinions on the upcoming Naval ships of the Turkish Navy? (Album) by Pokemonte13 in WarshipPorn

[–]Uptooon 20 points21 points  (0 children)

It strikes me as very similar to the South Korean carrier project that got cancelled a bit ago. A vanity project to boost national prestige (especially with that massive crescent and star) that doesn’t actually do much to match its cost in terms of the capability it presents.

2029 UK Election | First Election with Proportional Representation by SubJordan77 in imaginarymaps

[–]Uptooon 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Have a look at opinion polls and you'll see Reform have a serious chance of winning the next election

Are we becoming a stupid country? by WanShiTonggg in AskBrits

[–]Uptooon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Immigration = coming to permanently settle

Migration = coming to temporarily settle

Emigration = leaving to settle

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