Lisa West
Lisa has a degree in Media & Communication from Glasgow Caledonian University and works with industry news, sifting through press releases in addition to moderating website comments.
Fresh halt to Ajax training after 30 troops unwell
The MOD has paused all Ajax training after around 30 soldiers reported noise and vibration injuries, with Minister Luke Pollard ordering an urgent investigation.
PwC says Budget gives room to be bold on defence investment
PwC has argued that the Autumn Budget creates political space for a more assertive approach to defence spending and modernisation, following the Chancellor’s decision to reaffirm a rise in defence expenditure to 2.6 percent of GDP by April.
Inchgreen dock to be overhauled under £20m UK investment
Inverclyde’s long-dormant ship repair complex at Inchgreen is set for a major revival after the UK Government confirmed £20 million in fresh funding, a move local leaders say could finally anchor new defence and maritime jobs on the Clyde.
Typhoon next-gen radar and electronics upgrade timeline
The Ministry of Defence has set out fresh detail on two major upgrade pathways for the RAF’s Typhoon fleet, confirming that both the Phase 4 Enhancement (P4E) package and the new electronically scanned radar remain on track for delivery before 2030.
UK moves ahead with plan to convert Warriors into drones
The government has confirmed that Project ATILLA, the Army’s plan to convert retired Warrior infantry fighting vehicles into optionally crewed minefield-breaching platforms, has now advanced beyond its initial concept work and entered the early stages of commercial competition.
Downie accuses SNP of fuelling ‘misinformation’ over Rosyth
Dunfermline and Dollar MP Graeme Downie used Commons questions this morning to deliver remarks on nuclear work at Rosyth, accusing SNP figures of circulating misleading claims that risk undermining skilled job opportunities in his constituency.
U.S. Navy axes Constellation-class frigate programme
The US Navy has formally cancelled the bulk of its Constellation-class frigate programme, ending plans for a 20-ship fleet and confirming that only the first two vessels already under construction will be completed.
Royal Navy shadows Russian vessels twice in two weeks
The Royal Navy has carried out two interceptions in as many weeks after Russian vessels entered UK waters, including an intelligence-gathering ship whose crew...
New Medium Helicopter decision imminent
Until the Defence Investment Plan is published, the future of the programme, and of the UK’s only remaining helicopter manufacturing plant, remains uncertain.
What’s happening with SRVL?
The Ministry of Defence has indicated a sense of direction for the F-35Bs Shipborne Rolling Vertical Landing capablities onboard the carriers, even if some uncertainty over timing remains.
