NCSC warns of gap between threats and defence capabilities
The head of the National Cyber Security Centre has issued a call to international allies for a more unified approach to close the widening gap between escalating cyber threats and defence capabilities.
NATO chief visits Estonia, reinforces Alliance support
Mr Rutte highlighted Estonia's significant defence contributions and praised the multinational forces in Tapa – comprising personnel from Estonia, the UK, France, and Iceland.
New industrial strategy to look at tech used to fight Russia
The new Defence Industrial Strategy aims to "ensure a strong defence sector and resilient supply chains, across the whole of the UK."
Veterans bid farewell to Swiftsure as dismantling progresses
Cold War veterans gathered at Rosyth for a final look at HMS Swiftsure, the first of the Royal Navy’s retired nuclear-powered submarines set to be dismantled, according to a Royal Navy press release.
Government commits to jobs growth in UK shipbuilding sector
The UK Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting job creation and long-term growth in the shipbuilding sector, with a clear focus on both national security and economic prosperity.
Gov has removed 50% of Chinese cameras from sensitive sites
The UK Government has made significant progress in removing over 50% of Hikvision surveillance cameras from sensitive sites, with efforts ongoing to ensure complete removal by April 2025.
MoD confirms alternatives if Rosyth unavailable for carriers
Potential alternatives include commercial dry-docking facilities within the UK and overseas, as well as sites provided by the UK’s allies and partners.
Russia lacks capacity for major offensives
Russia continues to make small but steady tactical advances, but they lack the necessary munitions and manoeuvre units for a major offensive.
NATO stresses importance of space in warfare
As NATO continues to adapt to evolving security challenges, the alliance is placing increasing emphasis on the domains of space and cyber warfare.
Russian intelligence poses threat with cyber campaign
Cybersecurity agencies in the UK and the US have issued a stark warning about the ongoing global threat posed by Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service, highlighting the widespread exploitation of vulnerabilities by Russian cyber actors.
