British troops to ‘lead NATO’s first line of defence’
The British Army will deploy to test and strengthen the readiness of British forces in defending NATO.
A breakdown of British forces deploying in Europe
With the news that 20,000 British troops, tanks, artillery, jets, attack helicopters, submarines, warships and even an aircraft carrier are to deploy around Europe, we take a look at what is going where.
Britain deploying 20,000 troops across Europe to deter Russia
Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has announced that 20,000 service personnel from the British Armed Forces will deploy across Europe to take part in Exercise Steadfast Defender 24.
NATO chief to attend the World Economic Forum in Davos
On January 15, 16, and 17, NATO Secretary General, Mr Jens Stoltenberg, will attend the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Britain increases artillery shell production ‘eight-fold’
Britain, having donated over 300,000 artillery rounds to Ukraine, is increasing its production capability of 155mm shells eight-fold.
Soldiers help save drowning man in Swansea Bay
Three Army Reservists from the 157 Regiment Royal Logistics Corps rushed to the rescue of a man found drowning in the sea.
Heavy Machine Guns and armour stolen from MoD
The Ministry of Defence has revealed the theft and loss of a range of defence assets, including decommissioned heavy machine guns and VIRTUS helmets.
Army recruitment goals not met since 2010
Figures reveal a cumulative deficit of 22,350 in the Basic Training Starts (BTS) targets for the British Army, compared to the total recruitment goal of 119,530 set over the period from 2010 to 2023.
MoD sees surge in lost or stolenlaptops and mobile phones
Over thelast four years, a total of 1,562 eletronic devices were reported lost or stolen by the Ministry of Defence.
MOD to contract for 196 Over Snow Reconnaissance Vehicles
This contract, including ski-sleds, trailers, and support, is valued at approximately £10 million and will extend over a period of five years.
