British troops train in deep snow and freezing conditions

Hundreds of British soldiers have been undergoing intense training in low temperatures in Estonia, say the British Army.

Army Reserves train in Exercise Yorkshire Strike

4 YORKS, an Army Reserve infantry unit, conducted Ex YORKSHIRE STRIKE earlier this month.

UK to increase number of personnel in Iraq

The UK will boost its contribution to the NATO deployment in Iraq following the Alliance’s decision to scale up the 'crucial mission'.

British Army vehicle contract protects 700 Glasgow jobs

A £180m contract for Thales UK will protect hundreds of jobs in Glasgow over the next 10 years, suppling 'Remote Weapons Stations' for the new Boxer vehicles.

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UK and Australia collaborate on advanced armour materials

The UK and Australia are looking at enhancing the integration of composites and improving armour systems.

MoD looking for games-based simulation technology

The MoD have opened tendering on a £30m contract for a simulation platform based on a commercial off the shelf games-based technology.

British paratroopers test new facility

The British Army say that the facility boasts "moveable walls; smoke, sound effects and a video monitoring system for soldiers to be able to review performance".

Royal Marines Band perform for hospital patients

Musicians from the Royal Marines Band have been mobilised to help the NHS.

Soldiers sacked for their sexuality can now reclaim medals

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he welcomed "the fact that we can now address this historic wrong".

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