Minister defends support amid ‘troubles’ debate
Carns, who himself served on Operation Banner, assured MPs that the government is working with the Northern Ireland Office to ensure legal and welfare support for veterans facing investigations.
Defence Secretary pledges better housing for forces families
Defence Secretary John Healey has pledged to improve the quality of accommodation for service families, describing the Government’s recent action to repurchase military homes as a “decisive break with the past.”
Saab receives $37m for U.S. Marines training equipment
Saab has secured a contract modification from the U.S. Marine Corps for the delivery of additional Marine Corps Training Instrumentation Systems (MCTIS) equipment.
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Lockheed demos extended-range capability of PrSM
The missile is being developed to meet the U.S. Army’s requirement for a next-generation surface-to-surface weapon capable of striking targets at distances exceeding 400 km.
UK to lead post-war peacekeeping push in Ukraine
Defence Secretary John Healey told MPs this week that the UK is committed to leading international efforts to help secure a lasting peace in Ukraine, even as questions emerged over the feasibility of a peacekeeping deployment without a U.S. security guarantee.
Government expands veteran support
The UK Government has launched new initiatives to improve employment and housing support for veterans, with Operation Ascend and expanded housing schemes, according to Minister for Veterans and People, Al Carns.
UK expanding cyber capabilities amid US pause
The UK Government has reaffirmed its commitment to countering cyber threats and Russian disinformation, following concerns over the US decision to halt offensive cyber-operations against Russia.
Protection against sexual harassment in Forces being boosted
The UK Government has introduced new measures to tackle sexual harassment in the armed forces, including a tri-service complaints unit and a taskforce focused on violence against women, according to Minister for Veterans and People Al Carns.
Britain in £1.6bn boost to Army vehicle readiness
The MOD has signed a £1.6 billion contract extension with British defence firm Babcock to deliver maintenance and support for key British Army equipment over the next five years.
BAE and Repkon to boosting munitions supply capacity
BAE Systems and Repkon USA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development and production of advanced munitions, aiming to enhance supply chain resilience and meet increasing global demand.
