Recruitment rises but trained strength still slips in forces
The overall size of the UK Armed Forces has edged up, with recruitment improving and outflow falling, but the number of fully trained personnel has continued to decline, according to the latest Ministry of Defence quarterly personnel statistics.
MOD expands defence apprenticeships with skills push
The Ministry of Defence has outlined plans to expand defence-related apprenticeships as part of a wider effort to strengthen the sector’s skills base.
UK to parade Trident through Edinburgh to boost union
The UK government has announced plans to stage a colossal military parade through the heart of Edinburgh, featuring controversial Trident nuclear missiles, in an effort to drum up support for the union.
NATO places huge tank ammunition order with Rheinmetall
NATO has placed a EUR 200 million order for 120mm tank ammunition through its procurement agency, as part of a wider effort to rebuild Allied stockpiles and strengthen deterrence, the NATO Support and Procurement Agency said.
Princess Royal observes drills on Salisbury Plain
The Princess Royal has visited The King’s Royal Hussars during a major field exercise on Salisbury Plain, where troops demonstrated modern warfighting techniques ahead of a planned NATO deployment to Estonia.
Man who stopped Leeds hospital attacker awarded George Medal
A man who intervened to stop a potential terrorist attack outside a Leeds hospital has been awarded the George Medal for bravery.
UK lacks clear plan for sovereign capabilities, MPs warn
The Government has failed to clearly define what it means by sovereign capabilities or to set out which technologies it intends to prioritise, according to a parliamentary committee, raising concerns about how industry and defence planning can align.
NATO and China hold latest military staff talks in Brussels
NATO and China have held the ninth round of their annual Military Staff Talks at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, bringing together senior officers from both sides to discuss security issues and areas of mutual interest.
Industry flags gaps in UK security strategy clarity
Industry tells MPs UK security plans lack clarity on funding, priorities and engagement, warning gaps in consultation, skills and supply chains are already affecting investment decisions and long-term capability development.
Rolls-Royce wins major Puma engine contract
Rolls-Royce Power Systems has secured a major contract to supply propulsion systems for the German Army’s Puma infantry fighting vehicle, including around 200 mtu PowerPacks.
