Global trends to watch for advise Council on Geostrategy
In the Council on Geostrategy’s latest feature, titled 'Which geopolitical trends will dominate in 2025?', 11 experts present a nuanced analysis of the global challenges ahead.
UK reaffirms commitment to defence of the Arctic
Responding to a written question from Graeme Downie MP about NATO’s efforts to protect the Arctic, Defence Minister Luke Pollard reaffirmed Britain's commitment to the defence of the Arctic.
No progress on Type 32 Frigate project as review pending
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has confirmed that the Type 32 frigate programme remains firmly in its concept phase, with no timetable yet established for design or procurement as the Defence Review looms.
A British naval task force in the Black Sea?
The idea of establishing a British-led naval task force in the Black Sea, headed by Type 31 Frigates, has been put forward as a critical response to Russian aggression.
Majority of work on new support ships to remain in Belfast
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the majority of work on the Royal Fleet Auxiliary’s new Fleet Solid Support ships will remain in Belfast, maintaining the build strategy originally outlined before the yard was purchased by Navantia.
Britain developing fast attack drone boats for Ukraine
Project COOKSON will develop a small, fast, low-observability attack boat for Ukraine, capable of launching multiple precision-guided weapons, defending against air threats, and operating in GPS-denied environments.
RFA staff secure improved pay deal, ending strikes
Royal Fleet Auxiliary sailors have overwhelmingly voted to accept an improved pay offer from the Ministry of Defence, bringing an end to a prolonged dispute.
UK Government aims to boost SME involvement in AUKUS
Defence Secretary John Healey outlined the potential economic impact of the defence agreement, saying "This Government have come into power committed to boosting the UK economy. That means designing, making and buying more in Britain".
Defence Secretary defends rising costs of nuclear programme
During a parliamentary session, Dave Doogan, MP for Angus and Perthshire Glens, questioned the escalating costs of the Defence Nuclear Organisation’s 10-year equipment plan, describing it as "the worst-of-all defence procurement debacles".
Submarine dismantling programme offers job opportunities
During a parliamentary session, Graeme Downie, Labour MP for Dunfermline and Dollar, sought an update on the progress of the submarine dismantling programme at Rosyth, highlighting its potential to provide long-term employment in his constituency.
