Government reviewing fallout report after nuclear test concerns
The government has said it will examine the implications of a previously restricted report into nuclear fallout contamination, following renewed scrutiny over its handling and potential impact on past legal cases involving veterans.
AI tested to support battlefield medical decisions
UK and US scientists have trialled the use of artificial intelligence to support battlefield medical decision-making, examining whether personnel are willing to trust and delegate life-and-death choices to AI.
Police highlight role of online intelligence in terror work
Counter Terrorism Policing has highlighted the role of online intelligence in preventing attacks, as part of a new podcast episode featuring a specialist working in the field.
Ukraine claims 1.3m Russian losses since invasion began
Ukraine has said total Russian casualties, killed and wounded, have reached around 1,302,370 personnel since February 2022.
Ukraine claims record Russian losses in March
More than 35,000 Russian troops were killed or seriously wounded in March according to Ukrainian officials.
MOD cancels armoured vehicle spares contract plan
The Ministry of Defence has cancelled a planned contract for artillery and armoured vehicle weapon system components, according to an updated procurement notice.
MOD moves to improve finance access for defence SMEs
The Ministry of Defence has outlined steps to improve access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises in the defence sector, amid concerns over how procurement rules affect bank lending.
NCSC warns of messaging app targeting by Russia-linked actors
The UK National Cyber Security Centre has warned of increasing attempts by Russia-based actors to target individuals via messaging apps, including WhatsApp, Signal and Messenger.
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.
