Thales awarded contract to advance Army air defence

The Ministry of Defence has extended the assessment phase for the Army’s future mounted short-range air defence capability.

Babcock wins Army power generator support contract

New agreement worth up to GBP 36 million will support the British Army’s Field Electrical Power Supplies generators for up to eight years.

Rutte calls for stronger defence industry at Brussels expo

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has urged defence companies to accelerate production and innovation, warning that a strong industrial base is essential to Allied security.

UK sets out new strategy to counter extremism

The UK government has published a new policy framework aimed at strengthening social cohesion and countering extremism, warning that online radicalisation and social divisions pose increasing risks to national resilience.

Army reviewing war stocks for high-intensity conflict

The British Army has carried out an assessment of the equipment, supplies and enablers required to sustain a war-fighting division in a high-intensity conflict.

Leonardo to acquire UK cyber firm Becrypt

Leonardo has agreed to acquire British cybersecurity company Becrypt.

UK orders 37 artillery weapon systems for RCH 155

Britain has ordered 37 artillery weapon systems for Boxer mounted RCH 155 howitzers under a 53 million pound contract.

Plans set out for new veteran support centre network

The government has outlined plans for a new network of support centres intended to improve access to services for veterans across the UK.

Counter-terrorism podcast returns with explosive new series

A podcast offering insight into the work of UK Counter Terrorism Policing has returned for a second series, featuring interviews with officers and specialists involved in national security operations.

NATO and allies test rapid deployment across Europe

Exercise STEADFAST FOXTROT 2026 will see NATO commands and member states test the rapid deployment and sustainment of forces across Europe.