MOD removes need to request permission for pets in SFA
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that service families will no longer need to seek permission to keep a pet at home, as part of reforms under the Defence Housing Strategy.
British and American tanks train together in Estonia
British Challenger 2 tanks have trained alongside U.S. Army armoured forces during Exercise Winter Camp in Estonia, as NATO’s multinational battlegroup tested its ability to operate in extreme cold-weather conditions.
MOD outlines plan to upgrade military family housing
The Ministry of Defence has set out measures it says are underway to improve the quality, maintenance and availability of Service Family Accommodation.
Lithuania orders Leopard 2 bridge layers in KNDS deal
Lithuania has commissioned KNDS Deutschland to deliver twelve LEGUAN bridge layer vehicles based on the Leopard 2 chassis.
KNDS and EOS agree to pursue new weapon station projects
KNDS and EOS Defence Systems have signed a teaming agreement aimed at expanding cooperation on remote-controlled weapon stations and associated weapons.
Men jailed over foiled Islamic terror plot
Three men have been jailed after being convicted over a foiled terrorist plot aimed at the Jewish community in Greater Manchester.
UK holds off on confirming next Ajax upgrade timeline
The Ministry of Defence has declined to say when it expects to begin reliability growth trials for the British Army Ajax armoured vehicle at its planned Capability Drop 4 standard, as ministers continue to await the outcome of ongoing investigations.
Polling shows Britons feel less safe than five years ago
Polling suggests Britons feel less safe than five years ago, while strong majorities back rapid modernisation of UK forces through expanded drone capability.
UK rules out buying light tank capability
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the British Army currently has no requirement for a light tank capability.
MOD confirms Palantir contract was direct award
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that its agreement with Palantir for defence data analytics was awarded through a direct award process, citing a lack of viable alternatives.
