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Rededication and burial services for first world war soldiers

Burial services will be held on 27 and 28 March in France for first world war soldiers, a rededication service will also be held for Serjeant John MacKenzie.

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Afghan security and stability remains top of UK agenda

Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson visits Afghanistan for the first time

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UK US military links strengthened after ministerial visit to Washington DC

Military ties between the UK and USA have been reinforced following a visit to Washington DC by Defence Minister Mark Lancaster this week.

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Defence Minister outlines expanded mental health provision for Armed Forces and veterans

Minister for Defence People and Veterans Tobias Ellwood has outlined the MOD's increased support for serving personnel and veterans.

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Daz beats bullies to lead England’s boxers at Commonwealth Games

An RAF Warrant Officer who took up boxing to beat the school ground bullies will lead out the England Boxing team at the opening ceremony of the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Australia next month.

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Durham Light Infantry and Bedfordshire Regiment Soldiers who fought in world war 1 are laid to rest a century later

The remains of 2 unknown British soldiers were given a dignified burial service today, 15 March at the Orchard Dump Cemetery in France.

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jHub: what we do

We connect world-class technology and talent to military users, fund and accelerate pilots and take successful pilots to the JFC Innovation Sub Committee for decisions on prioritisation and funding.

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Medical serge open call

A 4 month Innovation focus on the Defence Medical Services to discover and progress ways to improve patient care or ways of working.

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World war one Durham light infantry soldier finally given military burial a century after his death

Private Thomas Telford Edmundson laid to rest over 100 years after he died at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission Perth (China Wall) Cemetery in Belgium.

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Top industry group pledges to support veteran entrepreneurs

One of Britain’s leading business groups has pledged to support veterans looking to set up or expand their own business.

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Soundcheck: new acoustic yarn monitors military hearing health

Dstl scientists work with Nottingham Trent University on knitted sensors to guard against hearing loss for troops

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New offshore patrol vessel named HMS Trent

HMS Trent, the third of the Royal Navy’s five new Offshore Patrol Vessels, has been formally named at the Glasgow shipyard where she was built.

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Pioneering treatment could save limbs on the battlefield

Dstl funds innovative new technique for treating limb injuries for UK troops

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Burial service for soldiers of the first world war

A burial service is to be held on 14 March in Belgium for Private Thomas Edmundson and then on 15 March in France for 2 further soldiers.

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Working in the jHub

Two members of the team provide further insight into working within the jHub.

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Defence Secretary praises contribution female military personnel make to keeping Britain safe

Gavin Williamson has praised servicewomen for the critical role they play in defending the country, as the armed forces marked International Women’s Day today.

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UK steps up cyber defence

UK Cyber Defence is getting a boost, following the opening of a new Defence Cyber School at the Defence Academy, Shrivenham.

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UK steps up cyber defence

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UK Cyber Defence is getting a boost, following the opening of a new Defence Cyber School at the Defence Academy, Shrivenham.

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Dstl supports new science challenge for girls in Salisbury

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Scientists set challenge for local schools as part of Soroptomists International

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Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia's visit, March 2018

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The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, HRH Mohammed bin Salman visits the UK from 7 March.

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Defence Secretary reaffirms commitment to Daesh’s total defeat in meeting with Iraqi counterpart

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RAF jets continue to strike Daesh in Iraq and Syria

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Slovakian Air Force Firefighters train in the UK

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Six Slovakian Air Force firefighters have undergone training in the UK to learn vital skills needed to tackle major aircraft fires.

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Military support for snow relief

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The Armed Forces are assisting the emergency services to help people affected by the extreme weather over recent days.

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Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson visits Joint Forces Command

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Commander Joint Forces Command, General Sir Chris Deverell hosted the Defence Secretary, Gavin Williamson, on a visit to Joint Forces Command (JFC) on Monday 26 February.

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Lift off: Satellite launched into space on RAF mission

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The Chief of the Air Staff today announced the RAF’s role in the launch and operation of a demonstrator satellite. Now in orbit, the Carbonite-2 offers sovereign, full-motion colour video from space for the RAF for the first time.

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UK and Germany work towards stronger defence relationship

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Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has hosted his counterpart Ursula Von der Leyen in the UK for the first time.

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Defence Minister hosts Polish counterpart at Allied Rapid Reaction Corps

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Defence Minister Mark Lancaster and Under Secretary of State Tomasz Szatkowski have visited the UK's Allied Rapid Reaction Corps Headquarters (HQ) and Salisbury Plain.

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The Long View a lifetime of work in optronics is recognised in annual award

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Senior Fellow at Dstl is recognised for outstanding contribution

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Royal Navy and Royal Marines join major French deployment

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UK maritime forces are taking part in a French naval deployment to the Indian Ocean and Far East.

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Over 300 new houses unveiled for troops and their families

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322 brand new homes for military families have been officially opened on the Ashdown Estate in Tidworth, Wiltshire today, 26th February.

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UN Security Council: explanation of vote on the Syria resolution

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UK acting Deputy Permanent Representative explains the vote on the UN Security Council resolution for cessation of hostilities in Syria for humanitarian assistance.

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Britain set to launch Combat Air Strategy, Defence Secretary announces

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A Combat Air Strategy will be launched to ensure Britain maintains a world-leading combat air capability, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson announced in front of the defence select committee today.

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Using the power of data science to answer world wide challenges

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Dstl partners with the Alan Turing Institute to set challenges for data science experts

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Exercise TOXIC DAGGER the sharp end of chemical warfare

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Dstl works with Marines on UK's biggest annual chemical warfare exercise

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UK agrees sale of HMS Ocean to Brazil

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The MOD has agreed to sell HMS Ocean to the Government of Brazil after 20 years of service.

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£260m deal signed to keep RAF giants flying

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A £260 million agreement with the United States Government to support RAF C-17 heavy lift transport aircraft into the next decade has been signed by the MOD, Defence Minister Guto Bebb announced today.

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Ministry of Defence expands counter poaching training into two new parks in Malawi

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The Ministry of Defence is ramping up its efforts to stop animals being cruelly hunted in Malawi by expanding its counter-poaching training into two further parks in the country.

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Firing of 50,000th simulated round from turret trainer signals savings of £125M

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The 50,000th simulated round has been fired from an AS90 Turret Trainer signalling savings of approximately £125 million to the Ministry of Defence.

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Regenerative medicine at the front line network event information pack

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The regenerative medicine at the front line innovation network event was held on 1 February 2018.

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UK steps up commitment to a modernised NATO

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Speaking at a meeting of NATO Defence Ministers in Brussels, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson set out his ambition for a modern NATO that delivers on its commitments.

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MOD submits final Typhoon proposal to Belgium

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The UK Ministry of Defence has today submitted its final Eurofighter Typhoon offer to Belgium.

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Dstl experts decode the science behind falling in love

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We asked our neuroscientists to explain the science of love on Valentine’s Day; Love triangles or the triangles of love?

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Defence Minister presents Nepalese President with Gurkha Annual Report

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Defence Minister Mark Lancaster has presented the President of Nepal with the symbolic Gurkha Annual Report – celebrating the Brigade’s invaluable work.

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Defence Secretary hails modern partnership with Australia

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The Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has visited the regional power with global interests, Australia, to discuss reinforcing the modern partnership, as well as tackling the nuclear threat from North Korea.

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New plans for military flexible working become law

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Service personnel will be able to apply for enhanced flexible working opportunities after the Armed Forces (Flexible Working) Bill became law yesterday.

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