George Allison
Reform UK presses Government on use of UK steel in defence
In Parliament today, Richard Tice, Reform Party MP for Boston and Skegness, challenged the Ministry of Defence’s reliance on foreign steel suppliers, urging the Government to prioritise manufacturers such as British Steel in defence procurement.
Government details support for Northern Ireland veterans
In response to written parliamentary questions from Mark Francois, Conservative MP for Rayleigh and Wickford, the Ministry of Defence has outlined its efforts to improve support for veterans in Northern Ireland.
MOD confirms no medals for locally employed Afghan civilians
The response reaffirms the MOD’s policy on medallic recognition, which is based on long-established criteria and does not extend to local nationals.
Britain hints at potential order for more Typhoon jets
The potential upcoming order of more Typhoon jets for the Royal Air Force has been described as a 'present' for Britain's defence industry.
Britain launches AI system to monitor Russian shadow fleet
The Joint Expeditionary Force has launched Operation Nordic Warden, a UK-led reaction system designed to monitor threats to undersea infrastructure and track Russia’s shadow fleet.
Defence officials highlight culture shift towards innovation
During a recent Defence Committee session, officials addressed the evolving defence landscape, focusing on the cultural shifts within the Armed Forces and the emphasis on innovation to meet modern threats.
Clyde infrastructure project faces skills concerns
The ambitious Clyde Infrastructure Programme was the focus of intense parliamentary scrutiny during a Defence Committee session, with MPs raising concerns over escalating costs, delays, and transparency.
NATO fighter pilots complete high intensity training
The course, held at Albacete Air Base in Spain, aimed to enhance the tactical leadership and flying capabilities of frontline personnel while improving the interoperability of NATO Air Forces.
UK to buy more nuclear sub heat exchangers from Naval Group
The Ministry of Defence intends to award a £12.5 million contract to Naval Group for the purchase of four additional Fresh Water Cooling Heat Exchanger units for its nuclear submarines.
American supercarrier ‘flexes’ air power in Middle East
The USS Harry S. Truman, a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, recently demonstrated its significant air power capabilities while conducting flight operations in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.