Ministers confirm UK defence spending plans amid 5% pledge
Total defence spending under NATO’s definition is forecast at 2.36% in 2025-26, reaching 2.60% in 2027-28.
Admiral Radakin ends 40-year career in UK defence
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin has formally stepped down as Chief of the Defence Staff, closing a 40-year career in uniform that spanned command at sea, reform in Whitehall, and leadership through one of the most turbulent periods in recent British history.
Raytheon tests SPY-6 radar at sea in major US Navy trial
Raytheon, part of RTX, has announced the first live maritime test of its AN/SPY-6(V)4 radar in partnership with the US Navy, the company stated.
Call to revive Scottish steelworks for Type 26 exports
Scottish Labour MSP Paul Sweeney has pressed ministers to ensure that steel from Scotland is used in the landmark deal to build five Type 26 frigates for Norway.
Rosyth MP slams SNP for ‘childish’ defence politics
The Scottish Government’s decision to lift its long-standing ban on public funding for munitions production has been branded “childish” and “too little, too late” by Graeme Downie MP.
Scottish Government lifts weapons industry support ban
The Scottish Government has announced a course correction in its defence industrial policy, lifting its ban on support for the production of munitions while at the same time halting new awards of funding to defence firms linked to Israel.
Royal Marines hone mountain warfare skills in California
Royal Marines from 45 Commando have completed intensive training in the mountains of California, testing both traditional commando skills and new kit in demanding conditions.
Royal Navy pilot honoured at White House for drug busts
A Royal Navy pilot on exchange with the US Coast Guard has been honoured at the White House for his role in two major drug interdictions.
L3Harris to support US Navy’s new ocean surveillance ship
The T-AGOS-25 ships will employ passive and active acoustic systems to track submarines.
Royal Navy conducts first drone supply between warships
The Royal Navy has carried out its first supply delivery between two warships using a British-built drone during its 2025 Indo-Pacific deployment.
