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UK offers funding for two defence tech colleges in Scotland
The UK government has urged the Scottish Government to match funding for two proposed defence technical colleges, with ministers arguing the facilities are needed to support a growing defence order book and rising demand for skilled workers.
New defence growth deal worth millions announced for Scotland
The UK Government has unveiled a GBP 50 million defence growth deal aimed at strengthening Scotland’s role in advanced engineering, shipbuilding and defence technology.
New NATO air defence missile to follow spiral model
A new low-cost surface-to-air missile being developed with European allies will initially be fielded with a minimum deployable capability before being upgraded through successive improvements.
Government warns of risks from overseas AI dominance
The UK government has warned that the concentration of advanced artificial intelligence development in a small number of overseas jurisdictions could pose strategic risks to Britain's security and freedom of action.
UK and Australia explore steel cooperation for AUKUS
The UK and Australia are examining ways to strengthen cooperation between their steel industries to support the AUKUS submarine programme.
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Fire breaks out aboard Amercian carrier in Red Sea
A small, non-combat-related fire broke out aboard the US aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford while it was operating in the Red Sea, according to the US Navy.
UK and Australia explore steel cooperation for AUKUS
The UK and Australia are examining ways to strengthen cooperation between their steel industries to support the AUKUS submarine programme.
Frigates remain key to UK Atlantic Bastion plan
Royal Navy general-purpose frigates will still play a central role in the emerging Atlantic Bastion concept for defending the North Atlantic.
Ferguson Marine expands apprenticeship intake at Clyde yard
Port Glasgow shipyard launches its largest apprentice recruitment drive in five years as new vessel contracts promise a steady pipeline of work.
Future UK anti-ship missile programme decision due soon
A decision on the full business case for the Future Cruise Anti-Ship Weapon (FC/ASW) programme is expected during 2026.
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New NATO air defence missile to follow spiral model
A new low-cost surface-to-air missile being developed with European allies will initially be fielded with a minimum deployable capability before being upgraded through successive improvements.
New British military helicopter to enter service in 2031
The first of the new medium-lift military helicopters for the UK is expected to enter service in January 2031.
UK confirms limits on US strikes launched from British bases
The UK government has confirmed that United States forces are authorised to use British military bases only for limited defensive strikes against Iranian missile facilities, according to a series of parliamentary answers from the Ministry of Defence.
Over 120 British Army units now training with drones
More than 120 British Army units are now training to operate uncrewed air systems as the Army expands its use of drones and autonomous technologies across the force.
Sustainable aviation fuel to cost over twice jet fuel
Forecasts produced by the Ministry of Defence indicate that sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) will remain significantly more expensive than conventional jet fuel for the foreseeable future.
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UK offers funding for two defence tech colleges in Scotland
The UK government has urged the Scottish Government to match funding for two proposed defence technical colleges, with ministers arguing the facilities are needed to support a growing defence order book and rising demand for skilled workers.
Government warns of risks from overseas AI dominance
The UK government has warned that the concentration of advanced artificial intelligence development in a small number of overseas jurisdictions could pose strategic risks to Britain's security and freedom of action.
UK points to new powers on failing defence suppliers
The UK Government has said it already has strengthened powers to deal with underperforming defence contractors following the introduction of the Procurement Act 2023.
Merseyside teenager given order for terrorist material
A teenager from Merseyside has been given a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order after admitting possession of terrorist material following a counter-terrorism investigation.
Army pauses most Commonwealth recruitment after surge
Due to an unprecedented volume of applications, the British Army is not currently accepting new applications from Commonwealth citizens, other than for those who wish to be musicians, whilst it processes those who have already applied.
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