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.
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.
Astute submarine programme ‘overcoming challenges’
The Astute-class submarine programme remains on track to deliver all seven boats despite ongoing challenges, as highlighted in the Infrastructure and Projects Authority Annual Report 2023-24.
Red Arrows Hawk fleet to maintain fatigue life to 2030
The Ministry of Defence has assured that the Hawk T1 fleet, used by the Red Arrows, retains sufficient fatigue life to meet its operational commitments until 2030.
Britain buying anti-tank mines to create ‘lethal barriers’
The GLADIUS system represents a reintroduction of anti-tank mine capability into the British Army.
