Britain to boost defence budget by £2.9bn
The Ministry of Defence is set to receive a £2.9 billion increase in its budget, announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in her first budget speech.
Extreme right-wing terrorist sentenced to 12 years
Gabriel Budasz, a 24-year-old from Weston Super Mare, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison with an additional three years on licence after being found guilty of serious terrorism offences.
British Army expands use of drones for combat and training
The British Army is increasingly integrating drones into military operations ranging from supply deliveries to high-speed drone racing.
Fitness of British Armed Forces gradually improves
All branches of the British Armed Forces report improved fitness test pass rates in recent years.
BAE Systems partners with Aerospike for U.S. Army
BAE Systems in America has announced a new strategic partnership with Aerospike to develop advanced real-time data solutions for the U.S. Army.
Man sentenced for funding terrorist fighter in Syria
Farhad Mohammad, 46, was sentenced at the Old Bailey following an investigation led by the Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism Command.
Major reforms launch with new National Armaments Director
The Ministry of Defence has announced its most sweeping reforms in over 50 years, aimed at tackling inefficiencies in defence procurement and reinforcing the UK's defence capabilities.
Expansion of mental health support for personnel, veterans
The Ministry of Defence has outlined ongoing initiatives and new developments aimed at improving mental health services.
British troops in Germany draws down to 1,200 from 30,000
The Ministry of Defence recently provided updated figures on the number of personnel based in Germany as part of an ongoing reduction in the British military presence there.
Man sentenced for sharing Islamic State propaganda online
A 28-year-old man from Norton Fitzwarren has been sentenced for sharing material supporting Islamic State online, following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing South West.
