UK forces now at just over 180,000 personnel
The UK Armed Forces total 180,779 personnel, with 12.3% female, and 17.7% in the Reserves, highlighting the growing role of reservists in defence.
UK set to improve military housing
The UK government is set to publish new plans to improve housing for military personnel and their families following the buy-back of 36,000 forces homes earlier this year, according to Defence Secretary John Healey.
MOD in urgent action to replace armour for UK troops
Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard confirmed that the MoD is taking rapid action, with new body armour being flown out to frontline units worldwide and an urgent programme of testing underway.
New report urges UK to prioritise defence industrial growth
A new report from the Council on Geostrategy's Strategic Advantage Cell argues that Britain must revitalise its defence industry to strengthen national security and drive economic growth.
Ukrainian musicians perform with Royal Marines Band
Ukrainian military musicians have performed alongside the Massed Bands of His Majesty’s Royal Marines for the first time at the Mountbatten Festival of Music at the Royal Albert Hall.
UK and Australia collaborate on Land Mobility Platforms
The UK has confirmed that the Land Mobility Programme, aimed at enhancing collaboration between the UK and Australia on military vehicle development, is currently underway.
UK progressing Medium-Range Precision Strike System buy
The Ministry of Defence say it remains on track with its plans to acquire a medium-range precision strike system, with project approvals progressing as scheduled.
Hospital worker in plot to attack RAF Menwith Hill
A hospital worker from Leeds has been sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 37 years, for plotting to attack RAF Menwith Hill and St James’s Hospital, according to Counter Terrorism Police.
Britain has ‘no current plans’ to increase tank numbers
The UK has confirmed that there are no current plans to procure additional tanks or armoured vehicles beyond those already announced, despite increases in defence spending.
NATO praises increased European defence efforts
NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska has welcomed renewed European commitments to defence investment and closer cooperation with NATO, during an address to the European Parliament’s Security and Defence Committee.
