UK Armed Forces equipment data report slips again
The Ministry of Defence’s annual statistics report on armed forces equipment and formations has been delayed again, with the release now expected in February 2025.
Rising injury reporting rates in British Armed Forces
Key findings include a rise in injury rates among Armed Forces personnel, from 43 per 1,000 in 2019/20 to 69 per 1,000 in 2023/24. The increase may be partly attributed to improved reporting following the introduction of a new system, which has made documenting health and safety incidents more accessible.
Government highlights ongoing UK-US coordination on Ukraine
The UK Government has reiterated its commitment to supporting Ukraine, detailing recent discussions with the United States on military aid.
Armed Forces Commissioner role progresses through Parliament
The role is part of the government’s Armed Forces Commissioner Bill, which aims to improve oversight of armed forces welfare and ensure personnel and their families have a champion for their concerns.
UK commits to Ukraine amid uncertainty over US support
Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard reiterated the UK Government’s unwavering support for Ukraine. “We have laid out clearly that this Government will stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes,” Pollard said.
Britain reports record Russian casualties in Ukraine conflict
The single deadliest day for Russian forces occurred on 19 December 2024, with "a new war high of 2,200 losses in a single day".
Government pledges to reform defence procurement amid delays
"Major defence programmes are currently in disarray, with only two out of 49 on time and on budget", warned Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi, Labour MP for Slough and Chair of the Defence Committee.
Funding for Long-Range Area Effects project under review
The Long-Range Area Effects project, part of the British Army’s exploration of Extended-Range Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS-ER), is investigating potential payloads for the M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System.
Reform UK presses Government on use of UK steel in defence
In Parliament today, Richard Tice, Reform Party MP for Boston and Skegness, challenged the Ministry of Defence’s reliance on foreign steel suppliers, urging the Government to prioritise manufacturers such as British Steel in defence procurement.
MOD confirms no medals for locally employed Afghan civilians
The response reaffirms the MOD’s policy on medallic recognition, which is based on long-established criteria and does not extend to local nationals.
