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.
EasyJet flight declares mid-air emergency over UK
An easyJet flight from Glasgow to Amsterdam declared a mid-air emergency whilst flying over the North Sea before landing safely.
UK reiterates NATO commitment amid security transformation
In a written question, Holly Lynch queried the Secretary of State for Defence on the measures being taken to ensure that the UK fulfills its NATO obligations.
Britain reasserts Indo-Pacific strategy in Singapore
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace and Foreign, Commonwealth, & Development Office (FCDO) Minister of State, Anne-Marie Trevelyan, showcased the UK's commitment to the Indo-Pacific at the 20th Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore last week.
Video captures one day of military aviation in 60 seconds
A recently released animation provides a rapid overview of British military aviation, encapsulating 24 hours of activity in just 60 seconds.
Britain and NATO allies showcase precision strike capability
The main focus of the exercise was practising strikes on naval targets with heavy machine guns and missiles.
One Russian casualty ‘for every 48cm’ of Bakhmut
In a recent statement, the MoD disclosed that Russia had managed to push its frontlines around 29km, but it has resulted in a staggering "up to 60,000 casualties since May 2022".
Lockheed working with UK on space-based solar power
Lockheed Martin has announced a £150,000 investment in a project alongside Northumbria University.
UK F-35 future procurement discussed at Defence Committee
The Defence Committee oral evidence session shed light on the delivery status of F-35 fighter jets, the planned number of acquisitions, and the ongoing considerations for future procurement.
Protector drones to enter service in 2024
"Protector is expected to enter RAF service in late 2024, with an Initial Operating Capability declared in 2025."
UK eyes enhanced defence collaboration with EU
While expressing a clear willingness to broaden the scope of the UK's defence cooperation with the EU, Wallace underscored that NATO remains the foundation of UK security.
