Government questioned on RFA pay, recruitment, and retention
A series of Parliamentary questions have addressed concerns about the ongoing pay dispute, recruitment challenges, and retention efforts within the Royal Fleet Auxiliary.
British carrier group ‘fights off’ aggressor aircraft
HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group has showcased its ability to coordinate and direct fighter jets for fleet protection during air defence drills.
Now seven Royal Navy warships being built in Scotland
The recent steel-cutting ceremony for HMS Formidable, the third Type 31 frigate, is especially significant as the programme to build 13 frigates on Scotland is now over halfway.
Babcock CEO praises world-class shipbuilding at Rosyth
David Lockwood, CEO of Babcock, lauded the world-class capabilities of Rosyth’s shipyard and described the workforce's mood as "expectant" about future opportunities, including potential export orders.
Govt pledges to build ‘British ships in British shipyards’
The Government reaffirmed their comitment to "making sure that we build British ships in British shipyards".
MOD addresses impact of RFA strikes, seeks resolution
The core of the dispute involves demands from unions, including Nautilus International and the RMT, for pay increases that keep pace with inflation.
Royal Navy pilot commended for emergency carrier landing
Lieutenant Burnett’s outstanding airmanship and calm leadership in the face of a severe emergency undoubtedly prevented a life-threatening situation from escalating.
Type 32 Frigate remains in development amid concerns
However, the project is still in the concept phase and lacks a concrete timetable for design and procurement.
Discussing frigates and the defence review with Luke Pollard
During a recent visit to Rosyth, Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard spoke to the UK Defence Journal under the hull of HMS Active after attending the steel-cutting ceremony for HMS Formidable.
Steel cut on new Type 31 Frigate HMS Formidable at Rosyth
Steel has been cut for HMS Formidable, the third of five Type 31 frigates being constructed in Scotland.
