MOD industry spend hits £28.8bn with regional increases
The Ministry of Defence spent £28.8 billion with UK industry and commerce during the 2023/24 financial year, marking an 8% increase compared to the previous year.
NATO chief meets President-elect Trump to discuss security
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte held a meeting with President-elect Donald Trump in Palm Beach, Florida, to address critical global security challenges confronting the Alliance.
Scottish Gunners test new artillery in Finland
The exercise, hosted by Finland for the first time since joining NATO in 2023, reflects the alliance’s commitment to enhancing collective defence and readiness.
British Army modernises medical services
The British Army has amalgamated three of its medical corps into the Royal Army Medical Service.
UK launches cybersecurity plans amid Russian threats
At the NATO Cyber Defence Conference, the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, Pat McFadden, addressed the escalating cyber threats posed by Russia, announcing significant new initiatives.
No ‘immediate’ impact of U.S. election on UK spending
Addressing concerns about the potential impact of the U.S. election result on defence spending, Defence Secretary John Healey dismissed the idea of any immediate changes.
Challenges in British munitions supply
Defence Secretary John Healey outlined key challenges affecting the UK’s defence industrial capacity and provided insights into strategies to address them.
Defence Committee discuss civil service streamlining
"I currently have no plans for specific redundancy programmes. We will look at the balance between in-flow, retraining and out-flow."
MOD explores expanding Commonwealth recruitment
Alex Baker MP raised concerns about the current 15% cap on Commonwealth recruits per cap badge, suggesting that the limit might hinder the UK's ability to address recruitment shortages.
British forces ‘ready to fight tonight’
"If the British Army was asked to fight tonight, it would fight tonight" said Lieutenant General Sir Rob Magowan.
