UK monitors risks of Chinese tech in defence supply chain
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that it actively monitors the presence of Chinese-manufactured technology within UK defence procurement and supply chains.
MASS secures £17.5m JCAST contract extension
Defence and training support provider MASS, a subsidiary of Cohort plc, has been awarded a two-year extension on its Joint Command and Staff Training (JCAST) contract for UK Strategic Command.
UK withholds ammo purchase numbers amid security concerns
The refusal to release specific figures comes amid a wider effort by NATO allies to scale up ammunition production, particularly in response to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
British defence industry warns of skills shortages
The UK defence industry is struggling to meet increased production demands due to shortages in skilled workers, key materials, and lengthy security clearance processes, according to industry leaders.
Britain considering buying more rocket artillery launchers
The UK is considering the procurement of an additional 15 M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) launchers to boost its deep-strike capabilities.
Six arrested for operating a Russian spy ring in UK
A group of six Bulgarian nationals residing in the UK have been convicted of operating a Russian spy ring, following an extensive counterintelligence investigation by the Metropolitan Police.
US approves ’emergency’ sale of bulldozers to Israel
The U.S. said that "an emergency exists that requires the immediate sale to the Government of Israel" of Caterpillar D9 bulldozers.
Govt can’t provide nuke vet war pension acceptance rates
The UK government has confirmed that it does not have the capability to uniquely identify British nuclear test veterans in the War Pension Scheme, making it impossible to determine their specific acceptance rate.
US and UK defence chiefs discuss Ukraine
While US arms deliveries to Ukraine remain uncertain, the UK has pledged continued support for Kyiv.
UK supports US-led exercises to boost African Security
The UK Armed Forces have played a key role in two major US-led military exercises in East Africa, aimed at strengthening security and stability in the region.
