UK and Poland agree deeper missile defence cooperation
The UK and Poland have agreed to deepen cooperation on air and missile defence and expand helicopter training links, as both countries look to strengthen their ability to counter airborne threats.
New tugboats for Faslane will not be built in China
The Ministry of Defence has now confirmed that vessels procured under the Defence Maritime Services programme, including tugs for Faslane, will not be built in China.
New officer takes command of the Red Arrows
Wing Commander Sasha Nash has taken command of the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, becoming the new Officer Commanding of the Red Arrows as the display unit prepares for the 2026 season.
Immigration raids hit record levels across UK and Scotland
Immigration Enforcement activity has reached its highest level on record, with the Home Office reporting sharp increases in raids and arrests targeting illegal working across the UK, including a significant rise in operations in Scotland.
Only PM controls UK nuclear weapons, says minister
The government has said that closer nuclear cooperation with France under the Northwood Declaration does not affect the United Kingdom’s independent nuclear deterrent.
Crombie remains key to naval ops but no details given
The Ministry of Defence has declined to provide details on how Defence Munitions Crombie is being used by the Royal Navy, citing operational security while confirming the site remains a key enabler for operations in the North Sea, High North and Euro-Atlantic.
HII shifts UK role toward autonomy and in-country support
HII has outlined plans to expand UK-based unmanned systems work, including jobs growth, in-country support and future autonomy activity.
Defence chief warns UK lacks funds for current plans
The Ministry of Defence is forecasting a funding gap against current plans by the end of the financial year, despite remaining within its spending limits to date, the Chief of the Defence Staff has told MPs.
CDS says Greenland within NATO area of responsibility
The Chief of the Defence Staff told MPs that Greenland sits within NATO’s area of responsibility, as ministers face growing scrutiny over stretched UK military capacity.
Germany to acquire MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones
Germany has agreed to procure eight MQ-9B SeaGuardian remotely piloted aircraft through the NATO Support and Procurement Agency.
