Spending leaves British military capability ‘in question’

There is a £16.9 billion deficit between the MOD budget and the required funding for desired military capabilities, despite a £46.3 billion increase in the Equipment Plan budget.

Britain appears to cut defence budget during war in Europe

The UK is just about the only major European country which is not increasing its defence budget.

British paratroopers train for Cyprus peacekeeping

Reservist paratroopers are preparing to spend six months in Cyprus.

Saab signs major order for Carl-Gustaf with Poland

Saab has signed a contract with the Polish Ministry of Defence's procurement authority for delivery of the Carl-Gustaf M4 weapon, ammunition and training equipment.

British and allied troops showcased in Poland

This display comes ahead of the wet gap crossing of the Vistula River, when the German-British Pioneer Bridging Battalion 130 will facilitate thousands of Polish, British, US, German, Turkish, French, Spanish and Lithuanian troops crossing.

Royal Marines help climber in Lake District

Two Royal Marines helped rescue a climber who had fallen 65ft down a Lake District fell.

QinetiQ supplier on new £1.2bn IT framework for MOD

Over four years the framework agreement will deliver a range of digital and IT specialist’s professional services to Defence Digital, accounting for an estimated £1.2bn of spend.

What steps are being taken to speed up Ajax?

Efforts to speed up the delivery of the troubled Ajax armoured vehicles have been outlined by the Ministry of Defence.

Scottish Government outline post-independence military

The Scottish Government's paper on defence an an independent Scotland presents an initial ambition for a future force of 15,000 regulars and 5,000 reserves, with a focus on voluntary transition from UK forces.

BAE signs 15 year contract to support Danish CV90s

BAE Systems has signed a framework agreement with the Danish Ministry of Defence to provide repair and maintenance services for the Danish Army’s CV90s over a period of 15 years.

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