Bonds raised as option to accelerate UK military spending
Liberal Democrat defence spokesperson James MacCleary argued that while there is broad agreement on the need to increase defence spending, the pace is falling short of what the security environment demands.
Britain pushes European rearmament within NATO
The government has rejected a warning that Europe remains overly dependent on United States military power, arguing that recent NATO commitments represent a decisive shift in burden-sharing across the Alliance.
Man from Yorkshire jailed for planning terror attack
A 21-year-old man from East Yorkshire has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 16 years after being convicted of planning a terrorist attack, according to Counter Terrorism Policing North East.
Audit warns fraud risks damaging British defence capability
The NAO estimates that the potential exposure to fraud could reach up to GBP 1.5 billion per year, with the majority of risk arising from defence procurement activity.
Norway selects Chunmoo rocket system in huge deal
Norway has signed a contract to acquire the Chunmoo Multiple Rocket Launcher System (MRLS) from South Korean firm Hanwha Aerospace.
Historic Manchester steel firm lays off more than 100 staff
More than 100 workers at a Manchester steel fabrication company with roots in the Second World War have been laid off, with staff told they would receive no working hours through December and into January.
MPs warn ESG rules risk limiting defence industry
Members of Parliament have raised concerns that environmental, social and governance (ESG) rules are restricting access to finance for UK defence firms.
MARTE project raises questions over Challenger 3 exports
Ministers say export opportunities remain under review as Europe advances a next-generation main battle tank programme.
Lanarkshire chosen for new UK AI growth zone
Lanarkshire in Scotland has been named as the location for the latest AI Growth Zone, a development expected to support more than 3,400 jobs and attract billions of pounds in private investment.
British Army reviews gun options for Ares vehicles
The Northrop Grumman M230LF dual-feed Bushmaster chain gun is being assessed for Ares.
