George Allison
UK defence spending to rise by 0.01% of GDP by 2026
The Ministry of Defence has provided detailed projections of the UK’s defence budget for the upcoming financial years.
New jets and drones key to future of British air power
Drones will play a crucial role in enhancing the lethality and survivability of crewed platforms.
Birmingham man convicted of terrorism offences
A 19-year-old man from Birmingham, Shaan Farooq, has been found guilty of terrorism offences after distributing extremist material linked to the banned terrorist group, Islamic State.
HMS Scott undergoes life extension project
Work has officially begun on HMS Scott as part of an extensive Life Extension Programme (SLEP) designed to extend the vessel’s operational life into the early 2030s, ensuring her continued service in the Royal Navy.
UK must build air force ‘foes fear’, says Chief of Air Staff
"To deter against a costly war, we must build a credible force that our foes fear and our allies value."
Investigation report published on Biter capsize off Greenock
An investigation report into the capsizing of the tug Biter off Greenock, Scotland, on 24 February 2023, has been published by the Marine Accident Investigation Branch.
American B-52 bombers deploy to Britain to deter Russia
Four U.S. Air Force B-52 bombers have arrived at RAF Fairford in England, with the aim of deterring 'aggressive actions'.
Falkland Islands are British and ‘will remain so’ says UK
Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard has concluded a week-long visit to the Falkland Islands with a clear message, "The Falkland Islands are British and will remain so for as long as the Falkland Islanders wish to be".
Production ‘essentially stopped’ for British-built Typhoons
Workers at BAE Systems warn that production has "essentially stopped" at Warton, with no future orders in place. They urge the UK government to order 24 Typhoon jets to secure the UK's sovereign defence capabilities.
Babcock report highlights Type 31 progress, strong growth
In a financial update, Babcock reported "the superstructure of the first Type 31 ship is largely complete, with the second ship progressing well and the third having recently cut steel".