It’s time MPs levelled with us: Britain is already at war, and we’ll need to do two things to survive it | Gaby Hinsliff
The article discusses the notion that Britain is currently experiencing a form of hybrid warfare, characterized by cyber-attacks, disinformation, and supply blockades. Politicians, including Labour MP Calvin Bailey, are beginning to acknowledge this reality, emphasizing the need for the country to prepare for potential escalations. The piece calls for a national conversation about the implications of this new type of conflict on British society and security.
- ▪Britain is facing a hybrid attack involving cyber warfare and disinformation.
- ▪Labour MP Calvin Bailey argues that the country is under assault on multiple fronts without traditional warfare.
- ▪There is a growing concern about the safety of immigrant communities in Britain amid rising tensions and attacks.
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| Canonical URL | https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/apr/28/britain-war-cyber-attacks-disinformation-surveillance-blockades |
| Publication time | Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:00:43 GMT |
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A branch of the Co-op supermarket in Manchester after a cyber-attack on the company, 16 July 2025. Photograph: Danny Lawson/PAView image in fullscreenA branch of the Co-op supermarket in Manchester after a cyber-attack on the company, 16 July 2025. Photograph: Danny Lawson/PAOpinionCyberwarIt’s time MPs levelled with us: Britain is already at war, and we’ll need to do two things to survive itGaby HinsliffCyber-attacks, disinformation and blockading of supplies. This is what living in a war zone can look like nowTue 28 Apr 2026 03.00 EDTLast modified on Tue 28 Apr 2026 08.44 EDTShareWe are at war.
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