The Ministry of Defence has confirmed the planned out-of-service dates for several British Army armoured engineering and support vehicles, outlining how long core elements of the fleet are expected to remain in use.

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UK helicopters train in Arctic as Operation Clockwork runs

UK military helicopters have deployed to northern Norway as Commando Helicopter Force begins its annual Arctic training deployment under Operation Clockwork.

UK to mass-produce Ukrainian air defence drones

The Ministry of Defence has set out new details on Project Octopus, a joint UK–Ukraine defence industrial initiative aimed at rapidly scaling air defence drone production for use in the war against Russia.

Royal Navy launches drive to speed up submarine maintenance

The Royal Navy has begun a major effort to accelerate submarine maintenance, with senior leadership warning that throughput must improve rapidly to meet future operational demands.

Pressure grows on Scottish Government to build ships at home

The Scottish Government is facing renewed pressure to use national security provisions within UK subsidy law to support domestic shipbuilding, following a new parliamentary question tabled by Paul Sweeney MSP, the UK Defence Journal understands.

NATO commander hails Nordic military power in the Arctic

NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe has highlighted the growing impact of Sweden and Finland on Alliance northern posture, describing their capabilities as a major enhancement to Arctic readiness.

UK and France to lead new multinational force for Ukraine

The Ministry of Defence has confirmed further details of plans for a proposed multinational force intended to support Ukrainian defence, reconstruction and long-term stability, following a series of parliamentary questions.

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Royal Navy launches drive to speed up submarine maintenance

The Royal Navy has begun a major effort to accelerate submarine maintenance, with senior leadership warning that throughput must improve rapidly to meet future operational demands.

Pressure grows on Scottish Government to build ships at home

The Scottish Government is facing renewed pressure to use national security provisions within UK subsidy law to support domestic shipbuilding, following a new parliamentary question tabled by Paul Sweeney MSP, the UK Defence Journal understands.

SACEUR praises Blount as NATO deputy prepares to step down

NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe has paid tribute to Admiral Sir Keith Blount as he prepares to leave his post as Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Europe in March.

SNP defence stance out of step with Europe former MP argues

A former SNP defence spokesperson has argued that the approach to defence and security in Scotland is increasingly misaligned with the realities of European security, calling for a more serious engagement with defence policy within devolved politics.

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UK helicopters train in Arctic as Operation Clockwork runs

UK military helicopters have deployed to northern Norway as Commando Helicopter Force begins its annual Arctic training deployment under Operation Clockwork.

UK to mass-produce Ukrainian air defence drones

The Ministry of Defence has set out new details on Project Octopus, a joint UK–Ukraine defence industrial initiative aimed at rapidly scaling air defence drone production for use in the war against Russia.

UK selects firms for Apache wingman drone programme

Seven defence companies have been shortlisted to develop prototype uncrewed aircraft intended to operate alongside British Army Apache attack helicopters.

Edinburgh drone company launches Hammer attack drone

An Edinburgh-based defence firm has launched a new UK-built one-way attack drone, unveiling the HAMMER unmanned aircraft system.

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NATO commander hails Nordic military power in the Arctic

NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe has highlighted the growing impact of Sweden and Finland on Alliance northern posture, describing their capabilities as a major enhancement to Arctic readiness.

UK and France to lead new multinational force for Ukraine

The Ministry of Defence has confirmed further details of plans for a proposed multinational force intended to support Ukrainian defence, reconstruction and long-term stability, following a series of parliamentary questions.

Trump praises UK troops after Afghanistan remarks backlash

US President Donald Trump has publicly praised British troops who served in Afghanistan after his earlier comments about NATO forces triggered strong criticism from veterans, politicians and military families on both sides of the Atlantic.

Melorius scrapped after CBRN alternative emerges

The Ministry of Defence has explained the circumstances behind a write-off linked to the cancellation of a chemical and biological medical countermeasure programme.

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