Government defends SDR priorities after questions on cuts
The Ministry of Defence has said the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) sets both explicit and implicit priorities for what the Armed Forces should scale back, as it moves to implement reforms through the delayed Defence Investment Plan (DIP).
Defence SME Action Plan to follow Defence Investment Plan
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that work is underway on a new Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) Action Plan, but its publication will be delayed until after the Defence Investment Plan is completed.
Fate of troubled Ajax vehicle to be announced after Easter
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed it has received the final Army safety investigation report into the Ajax armoured vehicle programme, with ministers set to update Parliament on next steps after the Easter recess.
UK backs Mosmorran site with 9m funding, touts defence links
The UK Government has committed up to GBP 9 million to support the future of the Mossmorran industrial site in Fife following the closure of its ethylene plant, with ministers pointing to its proximity to energy and defence industries as part of its investment potential.
Rolls-Royce to develop future European tank drive system
Rolls-Royce and ZF have been commissioned to develop a hybrid drive system for the future European Main Ground Combat System (MGCS), a joint initiative between Germany and France to replace the Leopard 2 and Leclerc main battle tanks.
Doogan says Defence Investment Plan delay impacting industry
SNP defence spokesperson Dave Doogan has criticised continued delays to the UK Government’s Defence Investment Plan, warning of uncertainty for industry and a lack of coordination within government.
Downie urges Arctic push to cut China mineral reliance
Labour MP Graeme Downie has called for a coordinated Western strategy in the Arctic to reduce dependence on Chinese critical minerals, warning that the region is becoming central to future economic and security competition.
UK terror arrests rise slightly in 2025 data
Terrorism-related arrests in the UK rose slightly in 2025, with 255 arrests recorded across the year and a record number of individuals held in custody for such offences, Counter Terrorism Policing said.
American in UK charged with 11 terrorism offences
A 33-year-old American man from Leeds has been charged with eleven terrorism offences following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing North East, the organisation stated.
EOD chief recounts bomb disposal in podcast
The head of Counter Terrorism Policing London’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit has shared details of his career handling explosive threats in a new podcast episode, offering insight into both military and domestic operations.
