AWE resolves safety notice over explosive handling breach
The Office for Nuclear Regulation m has closed an improvement notice issued to AWE after the company addressed a safety concern at its Aldermaston site in West Berkshire.
The Glasgow Gunners and the value of community engagement
In a suburban Glasgow park, Army Reservists from 207 (City of Glasgow) Battery Royal Artillery met locals, answered questions, and inspired children with the science behind their work. Engagement like this keeps the military connected to communities.
BAE developing rapid capability kits for U.S. Army AMPV
The AMPV kits will build on earlier integration work that has included five turreted prototypes, such as a Modular Turreted Mortar and 30mm unmanned weapon systems.
India embraces Putin despite Ukraine kids hospital attacks
In July 2024, a Russian missile strike destroyed most of Kyiv’s Okhmatdyt Children’s Hospital. One year later, Modi calls Putin “my friend” and invites him to India.
BAE Systems invests in AI start-up Oxford Dynamics
BAE Systems has taken an equity stake in Oxford Dynamics, a UK deep-tech start-up specialising in artificial intelligence and robotics, to accelerate the development of advanced defence technologies.
Britain urges Israel to halt Gaza offensive escalation
Israel's security cabinet has approved a plan for the military to "prepare to take control of Gaza City".
221 arrests since Palestine Action proscription, say police
Counter Terrorism Police have confirmed that 221 arrests have been made since the UK Government formally proscribed the protest group Palestine Action on 5 July 2025 under terrorism legislation.
Government working to ‘maximise’ Scottish defence industry
Small and medium-sized businesses from across Scotland gathered in Edinburgh for a Ministry of Defence roundtable focused on defence innovation, growth, and industrial strategy.
UK awards contract to Colt Canada for C8 Rifle spares
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £4 million contract to Colt Canada Corporation for the supply of spares supporting the British military's C8 rifle system.
Man jailed for possessing terrorist manuals
A 21-year-old man living Bradford has been jailed for two years after admitting possession of terrorist documents, including instructions for making firearms, explosives and poisons.
