During World War One, conscription initially applied to single men aged 16 to 40. The upper limit was later raised to 51, with married men also eligible.

After a chilling government document warned the UK must 'actively prepare' for war on British soil, we want to know whether you think the UK should reintroduce conscription ...

A newly published National Security Strategy has raised questions about bringing back conscription in the UK, and now an expert has warned this measure could be 'absolutely vital' ...