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.
Britain increases annual spending on military training
The Royal Navy’s training budget has experienced the most significant proportional increase, growing nearly fivefold from £23.783 million in FY2018-19 to £112.128 million in FY2023-24.
Minister addresses UK air defence vulnerabilities
Dr Andrew Murrison, Conservative MP for South West Wiltshire, has criticised the UK’s missile and drone defence capabilities, describing them as "patchy" and insufficient to meet modern threats.
UK submarine fleet challenges, capabilities and plans
In a recent Commons debate, Graeme Downie, MP for Dunfermline and Dollar, raised questions about the UK submarine fleet, focusing on recruitment challenges, the fleet’s future capabilities, and the dismantling of retired submarines.
UK boosts efforts to protect undersea infrastructure
In a House of Lords debate, Defence Minister Lord Coaker detailed the UK’s robust response to escalating threats against critical undersea infrastructure, particularly internet and energy cables.
MoD reinforces measures to prevent leaks in online gaming
In the wake of repeated incidents involving the sharing of classified military information on the War Thunder game forums, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed its commitment to preventing such leaks.
MoD outlines recruitment programmes for Reserve Forces
Labour MP Calvin Bailey raised a series of questions in Parliament regarding the Ministry of Defence’s efforts to recruit students in higher and further education into the Reserves.
Armed Forces Minister highlights UK role in NATO air defence
Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard has reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to bolstering NATO’s integrated air and missile defence capabilities.
UK addresses nuclear submarine disposal backlog
In response to Graeme Downie MP, The UK Government has reiterated its commitment to resolving the longstanding backlog of decommissioned submarines, with 23 vessels—seven in Rosyth and 16 in Devonport—awaiting dismantling and recycling.
UK and Poland to launch new defence treaty
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced plans for a new UK-Poland Treaty aimed at addressing growing security threats in Europe.
No reduction in amphibious capability insist MOD
The Ministry of Defence has responded to concerns regarding potential reductions in amphibious capability following the shift from Albion-class Landing Platform Docks to Bay-class ships.
