Updated Defence Command Paper published
The UK's refreshed Defence Command Paper outlines a £2.5 billion investment in military readiness, the formation of a Global Response Force, and a heightened focus on science and technology to meet evolving global threats.
British Army ‘teaching Ukrainians to survive and be lethal’
Op Interflex is a UK-led military training programme for Ukrainian recruits, so far 17,000 Ukrainians have received training via Op Interflex.
Workers at munitions depot set to strike
Members of GMB Scotland working at the Defence Equipment & Support (DES) munitions depot in Beith, North Ayrshire, are poised to strike on Monday over a dispute regarding retention bonuses.
Defence Committee: UK defence spending at ‘bare minimum'”
In a recent report by the Defence Committee, it has been alleged that the UK government is only committing to the "bare minimum" of the necessary defence spending.
Ben Wallace to step down as Defence Secretary
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has confirmed his intention to step down from his post during the forthcoming Cabinet reshuffle, ending a tenure of four years.
MP claims mismanaged procurement put troop safety in danger
"Ajax represents the worst of UK procurement," a Defence Committee report states.
Trials begin for British Army’s new Boxer armoured vehicle
The Army will receive four Boxer variants, each serving a different purpose - an Infantry Carrier, a Specialist Carrier, a Command Post Carrier, and an Ambulance.
Contract awarded for Challenger 3’s missile defence system
The APS, supplied by Rafael, will be tested and integrated with the Challenger 3 tanks to provide enhanced protection against rocket and missile threats.
UK places £280m order for frontline battlefield munitions
Essential items such as 155mm artillery shells, 30mm medium calibre rounds, and 5.56mm ammunition will see significant production increases.
Ministry of Defence pauses recruitment says report
According to civil service news website Civil Service World, the Ministry of Defence has implemented a four-week halt on recruitment to handle existing financial pressures.
