DSEI 2023 kicks off in London
DSEI 2023 will host more than 1,500 defence suppliers – including all the major players such as BAE Systems, General Dynamics UK, Lockheed Martin UK, Northrop Grumman and MBDA. #DSEI23
MOD seeks advanced ground search equipment
The Ministry of Defence has released a Prior Information Notice, hinting at a potential £100M investment in state-of-the-art ground search tools.
MoD looking into RAAC concrete threat in defence buildings
Recent queries about the potential use and risks associated with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) in Ministry of Defence buildings have brought the issue to public attention.
British Army strength reduction confirmed for 2025
Despite recent media speculation about a potential increase, the Ministry of Defence has again officially confirmed that the full-time strength of the British Army will indeed reduce to 73,000 by 2025.
Depleted Uranium in Scotland: A Complex Tale
Depleted Uranium in Scotland is a complex tale of military needs, public outcry, and scientific scrutiny.
Martin Docherty-Hughes appointed SNP Defence spokesperson
Martin Docherty-Hughes MP will now lead the party's defence portfolio, a move that promises a renewed focus on Scotland's role in European security.
US approves $1.5bn Stryker vehicle sale to Bulgaria
The U.S. State Department has given the green light for a potential sale of Stryker Vehicles and related equipment to Bulgaria at an approximate cost of $1.5 billion.
British troops protecting territory in eastern Europe
British forces are actively reinforcing the security measures in Eastern Europe, specifically in Poland, as part of Operation Cabrit.
Royal Marine Commandos to get new rifles
The Commando Force is set to receive a significant upgrade to their weaponry by acquiring the Knight’s Stoner 1 (KS-1) rifle, also known as the L403A1.
Is the Defence Secretary interested in defence?
Questioning preparedness: Grant Shapps' sparse record of defence-related queries in Parliament raises concerns about his familiarity with the brief.