Elbit completes delivery of synthetic fires trainer to UK
Elbit Systems UK has announced the completion of its delivery of the Joint Fires Synthetic Trainer (JFST) programme to the British Armed Forces.
Britain considering expanding army cadet numbers
There are currently around 75,000 cadets and 11,000 cadet force adult volunteers involved in the Army Cadets.
UK defence spending on Chinese goods rises by 24%
The Ministry of Defence has revealed a 24% increase in spending on Chinese-manufactured goods, primarily uniforms and clothing, over the past five years.
Ares armoured personnel carrier and mech infantry plans
The Ares platform, a variant of the Ajax Armoured Cavalry Programme, remains on track to achieve Initial Operating Capability by December 2025.
UK extends contingent liability for Ukraine support
The contingent liability involves indemnifying UK defence industry partners against legal or financial claims arising from potential malfunctions of military systems provided to Ukraine.
Commitment to School Cadet Forces reaffirmed
Luke Evans MP recently raised concerns in Parliament regarding the potential long-term impact of ending the additional SSI grant on the sustainability of school-based cadet forces.
‘No plans’ for specific nuclear test veteran compensation
Liz Saville Roberts MP recently questioned the Ministry of Defence about the possibility of establishing a dedicated financial compensation scheme for nuclear test veterans and their families.
UK military presence across overseas territories detailed
The Ministry of Defence has provided a detailed breakdown of UK military personnel stationed across the overseas territories.
BAE advances EW countermeasures for U.S. Army vehicles
BAE Systems has secured a follow-on contract from the U.S. Army to further develop its 'Multi-Class Soft Kill System', an advanced countermeasure designed to protect ground combat vehicles from guided missiles.
AWE marks national tree week with tree planting initiative
The Defence Nuclear Enterprise has marked National Tree Week by planting 400 new trees at the Ministry of Defence’s Atomic Weapons Establishment site.
