Tice questions MOD on ‘Net Zero’ target spending
Richard Tice MP, leader of Reform UK, has challenged the Ministry of Defence over its spending to achieving net zero targets, questioning the extent of spending in this area over the past five years.
MOD announces improvements to Reservist training
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has outlined steps to adapt its training programmes for Reservists, following a question raised by Labour MP Calvin Bailey.
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MI5 probed French link to Scottish and Welsh nationalists
Newly released MI5 files from the National Archives reveal that British intelligence monitored potential connections between French government interests and nationalist movements in Scotland and Wales during the 1960s.
Britain buying anti-tank mines to create ‘lethal barriers’
The GLADIUS system represents a reintroduction of anti-tank mine capability into the British Army.
UK unveils massive military aid package for Ukraine in 2025
In a clear messge of support, Britain is firing up artillery production in Yorkshire, developing and providing new air defence systems and expanding training projects to support Ukraine in their fight against Russia.
Britain ‘consulting’ on efforts to expand cadet numbers
In response to a recent parliamentary question, the Ministry of Defence has outlined its efforts to consult a variety of stakeholders to support the expansion of the UK’s cadet force.
Britain commits to help protect Ukraine for 100 years
Prime Minister Keir Starmer, during his visit to meet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Ukraine, hailed the agreement as a pivotal step in supporting Ukraine's sovereignty and rebuilding its future in the face of ongoing Russian aggression.
Chagos sovereignty deal ‘unlikely’ to impact US-UK ties
A former U.S. Ambassador to NATO, and a senior figure in the previous Trump administration, told the UK Defence Journal "I think you’re going to see the Trump administration try to reverse this. They’re going to oppose handing them back".
Britain confirms L85A3 rifle replacement still underway
The Ministry of Defence has provided an update on Project GRAYBURN, the initiative to replace the standard-issue L85A3 rifle used by British Armed Forces, in response to a recent parliamentary question.
Trump likely to expect UK to spend 3.5% of GDP on defence
A former U.S. Ambassador to NATO, and a senior figure in the previous Trump administration, told us the UK's plan to eventually spend 2.5% of GDP on defence would be seen as a "positive step, but not enough," suggesting Trump would expect targets closer to 3.5%.
