An Audience with General Sir Mike Jackson

The former head of the British Army General Sir Mike Jackson is known for his tough talking and uncompromising style.

British generals appear to be getting the taste for speaking the truth in public, a refreshing antidote to most leading politicians.

His auto-biography, recently published pulls few punches and gives a soldiers commentary on recent conflicts - both military and political.

Sir Mike retired from the Army in 2006 after 45 years.