MP claims mismanaged procurement put troop safety in danger
"Ajax represents the worst of UK procurement," a Defence Committee report states.
Trials begin for British Army’s new Boxer armoured vehicle
The Army will receive four Boxer variants, each serving a different purpose - an Infantry Carrier, a Specialist Carrier, a Command Post Carrier, and an Ambulance.
Contract awarded for Challenger 3’s missile defence system
The APS, supplied by Rafael, will be tested and integrated with the Challenger 3 tanks to provide enhanced protection against rocket and missile threats.
UK places £280m order for frontline battlefield munitions
Essential items such as 155mm artillery shells, 30mm medium calibre rounds, and 5.56mm ammunition will see significant production increases.
Ministry of Defence pauses recruitment says report
According to civil service news website Civil Service World, the Ministry of Defence has implemented a four-week halt on recruitment to handle existing financial pressures.
Public favour increasing size of armed forces reveals poll
A survey by polling firm YouGov highlighted that "the most common view among the general public is that the size of the armed forces should be increased".
Britain slips to third biggest defence spender in NATO
Not only has the UK slipped down to third place behind Germany, it had the smallest relative increase in defence expenditure from 2014 to 2023, with a negligible increase of only 0.2% compared to 8.9% for France and 47.3% for Germany.
Turkey clears path for Sweden’s NATO membership
Following prolonged negotiations, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has chosen to set aside his veto, paving the way for Sweden's potential membership.
MoD floats £20m tender for Warrior IFV camera systems
The Ministry of Defence has released a £20m tender notice for the procurement of 359 Rear Safety Camera Systems (RSCS) for the Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle.
Contract awarded to BAE Systems for Archer artillery support
The Ministry of Defence has announced the awarding of a £4m contract to BAE Systems Bofors AB for the support of the Archer Artillery System.
