Scotland ‘crucial to defence of the UK’ says Defence Secretary
The MoD has around 10,000 sailors, soldiers and air personnel living permanently in Scotland, supported by 8,000 reservists and civilians.
MoD statistics show sustained drop in size of British Armed Forces
The British Armed Forces have seen a sustained drop in fully trained regular forces, with the British Army falling the furthest short of their strength target.
MoD sites including Faslane now ‘below the minimum security level needed’ to protect against terrorism
Defence Police Federation chairman Eamon Keating has warned that cuts have jeopardised security at the Faslane and other MoD sites.
Chief of the Defence Staff warns Britain faces ‘gathering storm’ of threats
Air Chief Marshal Sir Stuart Peach, Chief of the Defence Staff, warned that Britain must 'evolve, modernise and adapt' to cope with budget cuts.
US Defence Secretary hails ‘unmatched special relationship’ between US and UK
Newly appointed Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson was hosting his US counterpart in London for a bilateral meeting where they discussed the relationship between the two countries on defence.
US Defence Secretary: US and UK stand together on North Korea
US Defence Secretary Mattis has said the US and UK stand together against the increasing threat from North Korea.
Gibraltar ‘of great importance to the UK and our armed forces’ says Minister
Minister for the Armed Forces Mark Lancaster has arrived in Gibraltar and outlined his governments support for the territory.
New stats reveal scale of veterans contribution to society and challenges myths
New figures from the Office of National Statistics reveal the contribution veterans make to the economy and society, challenging many misconceptions.
Former First Sea Lord calls for greater defence spending after NAO report warnings
Former Royal Navy chief Lord West has demanded Whitehall increases its spending on defence, highlighting the recent NAO report.
Illegal immigrants smuggle themselves onto coach which ends up at RAF base
Three illegal immigrants who stowed away in a coach got quite a surprise when they found out they had ended up at RAF Waddington.
