Lords warn funding doubts threaten Poland defence pact
Uncertainty over Britain's defence spending plans is raising questions over its new defence treaty with Poland, a House of Lords committee has warned.
MOD finalising timetable for Ajax review actions
The Ministry of Defence is still finalising implementation timelines for recommendations from the Independent Expert Panel Review into the Ajax armoured vehicle programme, Defence Minister Luke Pollard has said.
Challenger 3 tank timetable under review
The Challenger 3 main battle tank programme is undergoing a performance review and reapproval process, with Defence yet to quantify potential delays to Initial and Full Operating Capability.
Programme GRIFFIN leads UK work on NATO medical readiness
The Ministry of Defence has established Programme GRIFFIN to coordinate the UK military contribution to NATO’s Medical Action Plan.
Forces yet to decide rehab staffing increases for major war
The Ministry of Defence has not yet decided whether to increase the number of military and civilian physiotherapists or other rehabilitation staff as it considers the medical workforce required for a large-scale conflict in Europe.
UK brigade held ready to repel Russian attack
A British Army brigade is being held at readiness in the UK to reinforce forces in Estonia as part of NATO plans for responding to a potential Russian attack on the Alliance’s eastern flank.
Defence counter-intelligence unit fully operational in 2027
The Ministry of Defence’s new Defence Counter Intelligence Unit is not expected to become fully operational until 2027, with the unit having been launched in December 2025 using existing Defence Intelligence resources.
US tells Europe to prepare for protracted Ukraine war
European countries should prepare for the possibility that the war in Ukraine continues for years while simultaneously rebuilding their own armed forces, a senior US defence official has told allies.
UK wargames defence supply chains for crisis resilience
The Ministry of Defence is using industry wargaming and scenario planning to test weaknesses in defence supply chains, including their ability to cope with disruption and increase production during periods of greater demand.
Army associations told to review private club links
Regimental Associations have been directed to review their links with private members' clubs and consider cutting ties where club rules or practices may conflict with Army values of equality and respect.
