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.
Over 10,000 British personnel deployed overseas on Christmas
This Christmas, around 10,000 UK Armed Forces personnel are deployed overseas, sacrificing time with loved ones to safeguard national and international security.
Glasgow’s QEUH hospital helipad upgraded with new name
The safety upgrade, funded with over £180,000 from the HELP Appeal charity, also means the helipad name reflects the facility's renaming to the QEUH.
Spain orders 25 additional Eurofighter jets
This order follows a previous purchase of 20 Typhoons under the Halcon I agreement in 2022 and will bring the Spanish Air Force’s total Eurofighter fleet to 115 aircraft.
UK reaffirms commitment to protect undersea infrastructure
"Any deliberate attack on UK infrastructure would be met with an appropriate response", said Lord Coaker, Minister of State for Defence.
RAF Lossiemouth hosts Canadian aircrew for training
Royal Canadian Air Force personnel have begun training with the Poseidon MRA1 (P-8A) aircraft at RAF Lossiemouth as part of preparations for Canada’s transition to the Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft.
Significant increase in mould reported in military housing
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has revealed a sharp increase in reported incidents of mould and flooding across Service Family Accommodation (SFA) and Single Living Accommodation (SLA) over the past two years.
American forces shoot down ballistic missile in test
The United States recently concluded an ambitious exercise named 'Sling Stone' in Guam, combining joint military capabilities with missile defence testing to enhance readiness and reinforce the defence of the Pacific island.
Ukraine secures U.S. approval for $266m F-16 support package
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential Foreign Military Sale to Ukraine, providing F-16 sustainment services and associated equipment valued at an estimated $266.4 million.
Timeline for Typhoon jet deliveries to Qatar addressed
No specific timeline or details on potential production impacts were provided
NATO demonstrates massive air power advantage to Russia
NATO Allies have wrapped up a high-profile series of integrated air power exercises across Europe, highlighted by the conclusion of Bomber Task Force (BTF) 25-1.
