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Over 87% of defence equipment spend goes to UK industry
The Ministry of Defence has said that the vast majority of its equipment spending is with British companies, while noting it does not track...
Army chief sets 2027 war test for UK armoured plans
The Chief of the General Staff has told an international defence audience that the British Army is reorganising its priorities around a blunt readiness question: what would have to change now if UK land forces were heading for large-scale combat in 2027.
UK withholds details on Ukraine multinational force plans
The government has declined to set out details of potential UK military contributions to a proposed multinational force for Ukraine, citing operational security as planning discussions continue with allies, the Ministry of Defence stated.
New British Challenger 3 tank fires main gun in trials
The British Army’s Challenger 3 main battle tank has completed its first-ever crewed live firing trials, marking a major milestone in the programme to modernise the UK’s armoured forces, according to RBSL.
UK confirms limits on military access to Irish airspace
The Ministry of Defence has said UK military aircraft do not enter Irish airspace for operational purposes without the express agreement of the Irish Government, following a parliamentary question on air interception arrangements.
UK military gap year scheme to begin with 150 participants
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed initial participation numbers for its new Armed Forces Foundation Year Scheme, as part of plans to launch the...
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Ministers reaffirm nuclear deterrent investment and welfare
The government has reiterated that investment in the UK’s nuclear deterrent and warhead programmes is progressing as planned, while also stressing the importance of personnel welfare within the submarine service.
UK military gap year scheme to begin with 150 participants
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed initial participation numbers for its new Armed Forces Foundation Year Scheme, as part of plans to launch the...
UK reviews impact of Scottish defence support policy
"We are liaising with Scottish Government and Scotland’s defence industry to understand the impact assessments that have been conducted on the Defence Sector Support Policy," Pollard said.
Scottish steel cash crisis threatens naval support ships
The programme to build three Fleet Solid Support ships for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary is facing early disruption after a cash shortage at Liberty Steel Dalzell raised concerns over the supply of plate steel.
AVIATION NEWS
UK confirms limits on military access to Irish airspace
The Ministry of Defence has said UK military aircraft do not enter Irish airspace for operational purposes without the express agreement of the Irish Government, following a parliamentary question on air interception arrangements.
Unite urges UK-built helicopters at Leonardo Yeovil
Senior Unite trade union representatives have written to the Prime Minister urging the government to commit to building the UK’s future medium lift helicopters at Leonardo’s Yeovil facility, warning that further delays risk permanent damage to Britain’s rotary-wing manufacturing capability.
Unite warns defence job losses amid investment plan delay
Trade union Unite has warned that continued delays to the government’s Defence Investment Plan are putting UK defence jobs and industrial skills at risk.
Progress on counter-drone engagement policy
The Ministry of Defence has set out its current approach to developing policy for the active engagement of unmanned aerial systems, following a parliamentary question on counter-drone measures, the department stated.
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Over 87% of defence equipment spend goes to UK industry
The Ministry of Defence has said that the vast majority of its equipment spending is with British companies, while noting it does not track...
Army chief sets 2027 war test for UK armoured plans
The Chief of the General Staff has told an international defence audience that the British Army is reorganising its priorities around a blunt readiness question: what would have to change now if UK land forces were heading for large-scale combat in 2027.
UK withholds details on Ukraine multinational force plans
The government has declined to set out details of potential UK military contributions to a proposed multinational force for Ukraine, citing operational security as planning discussions continue with allies, the Ministry of Defence stated.
New British Challenger 3 tank fires main gun in trials
The British Army’s Challenger 3 main battle tank has completed its first-ever crewed live firing trials, marking a major milestone in the programme to modernise the UK’s armoured forces, according to RBSL.
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