MOD doubles number of Russian language specialists since 2018
here has been a steady increase in the number of Russian language specialists, from 81 in September 2018 to 163 in January 2024.
Surge in counter-terrorism referrals in UK armed forces
The number referred to 'Prevent' jumped by almost double in the last year.
No plans to rethink reduction of British Army
Despite earlier remarks by the previous Defence Secretary, the MOD has now confirmed that the full-time strength of the British Army will indeed reduce to 73,000 by 2025.
New British tank prototype begins trials
The first pre-production Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank has been deployed to Germany for trials.
British forces practise rapid deployment
Troops with a lead role in NATO's high-readiness land forces have practised their rapid response capabilities.
Hull veterans charity receives £85,000 from BAE
The donation will allow the charity to purchase and renovate a property in the city that will provide emergency accommodation and support for local veterans.
British Gunners fire Archer for first time
Archer Mobile Howitzers operated by British troops fired 155mm rounds during a training exercise in Sweden.
British Army deploys for NATO’s largest exercise since Cold War
The British Army has initiated the deployment of over 700 vehicles to Poland for Exercise Steadfast Defender.
Over £4bn spent on Ajax vehicles with just 44 delivered
Over £4 billion has been spent on the Ajax armoured vehicle programme, yet only 44 have been delivered to the British Army, according to findings revealed by the Labour Party.
Apprentices in defence and aerospace celebrated at Parliament
Jane Stevenson MP led a celebration of defence apprentices at a Parliamentary reception with MPs Nusrat Ghani, Luke Pollard, Brendan O'Hara, showing strong cross-party support. #NationalApprenticeshipWeek
