Minister for the Armed Forces Mark Lancaster bolstered the strong defence relationship between the UK and Italy on a visit to Rome.
Defence And Armed Forces
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- Qualifications equip Cadets for world of work
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- PM call with President Ghani: 26 February 2021
- Policy paper: Slides to accompany coronavirus press conference: 26 February 2021
- Guidance: Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme: eligible vehicles
- Transparency data: NIO transparency data on GPC and spending over £25,000 - December 2020
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Defence Minister Stuart Andrew has announced that new contracts expected to be worth over £1bn have been signed with British firms to support military ships for the next decade.
Minister for the Armed Forces Mark Lancaster visits Iraq, Bahrain, and Oman
An RAF aircraft has successfully delivered 17.5 tonnes of UK aid supplies to those affected by the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck Indonesia.
Wargaming looks at specialist technology and how Dstl can prepare for the future.
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has agreed to deploy an A400M transport aircraft and a team of military experts to Indonesia to help with the aftermath of the recent earthquake tsunami.
Speaking ahead of this week’s NATO conference, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced that the Ministry of Defence is in discussion with Boeing and the Royal Australian Air Force about the potential for the E-7 Wedgetail radar aircraft to replace the current Sentry fleet.
In a special graduation ceremony held at the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), a team of third-year engineering apprentices were awarded after successfully completing their training.
Exercise Combined Joint Atlantic Serpent 2018 (Ex CJAS 18) is the annual collective training event for deployed hospital care within the Joint Medical Group.
A new scheme to help develop the next generation of cyber security experts and protect our nation against sophisticated and evolving threats has been announced by Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson today.
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has today announced a new Defence Arctic Strategy, acknowledging the increasing opportunities and threats the region presents.
The UK will continue to have a military presence in Germany beyond 2020, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced today
A series of new schemes and initiatives, designed to support serving personnel and their families throughout their military careers and beyond, has been announced by Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson today.
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has today made two major announcements for the future of British warships, as he named a new frigate HMS Birmingham and revealed he is protecting HMS Bulwark and HMS Albion.
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson welcomes a report highlighting the positive effects of Cadet Forces as dozens of new units across the UK are approved.
The Special Projects Communications and Force Protection Delivery Team (SPCFP DT) is pleased to announce it has placed a £4.8M task with the Defence Electronic Components Agency (DECA) based in North Wales for the support of life saving equipment used by the Armed Services.
The UK has launched a two-million-pound competition alongside the US in a joint-mission to safely eliminate chemical and biological devices on the battlefield.
The UK has launched a two-million-pound competition alongside the US in a joint-mission to safely eliminate chemical and biological devices on the battlefield.
A new Easy Access IP licence has been granted for a game which helps stop cyber attacks
A new Easy Access IP licence has been granted for a game which helps stop cyber attacks
British autonomous technology able to scour urban environments for enemy advances has been tested alongside an arsenal of futuristic military technology by Canadian soldiers on the streets of Montreal.
British autonomous technology able to scour urban environments for enemy advances has been tested alongside an arsenal of futuristic military technology by Canadian soldiers on the streets of Montreal.
This ‘Guide to Exercise Saif Sareea Logistics’ helps explain who is responsible for this exercise abroad and how they are delivered safely and effectively.
Individuals from across Joint Forces Command were presented with Commander Joint Forces Command Commendations in recognition for their contribution to the wider Ministry of Defence.
Individuals from across Joint Forces Command were presented with Commander Joint Forces Command Commendations in recognition for their contribution to the wider Ministry of Defence.
Defence Minister Mark Lancaster has returned from a visit to Chile, Mexico and Belize.
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has reaffirmed the United Kingdom's commitment to Ukraine in visit to Marinka and Kyiv
Russian Blackjack bombers were not talking to air traffic control, making them a hazard to all other aviation
The Defence Infrastructure Organisation is launching a search for suppliers to tender for £2.9 billion worth of new facilities management (FM) contracts.
The grave of Flying Officer David Stein has been rededicated in France on Wednesday 19 September 2018.
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is hosting the two-day event on 22 to 24 May 2019.
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is hosting the two-day event on 22 to 24 May 2019.
A state-of-the-art new facility making unique vertical lift technology for fighter jets has been opened by Defence Minister Stuart Andrew in Bristol today.
A new fleet of robots and drones designed to test for chemical agents, provide 3D mapping and identify casualties have been put through their paces by troops, police officers and scientists for the first time.
Over 3,000 delegates attended the annual Federation Internationale Pharmaceutique (FIP) Congress in Glasgow, representing over a hundred different countries on 2 September 2018.
Statement delivered to the UN Special Rapporteur on Truth, Justice & Reparation and the UN Special Advisor on prevention of genocide - UN Human Rights Council 39th Session
The UK’s military is on standby in the Caribbean and fully prepared to assist British Overseas Territories in the path of Storm Isaac.
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) are currently making a thorough investigation into whether some sea king helicopters contain asbestos.
Dstl staff recreate World War Two war gaming which helped win the Battle of the Atlantic
A new ‘pocket guide’ to help people in the armed forces spot and support those struggling with their mental health and considering suicide has been launched.
A new ‘pocket guide’ to help people in the armed forces spot and support those struggling with their mental health and considering suicide has been launched.
100 troops arrive in Kabul alongside Defence Secretary
100 troops arrive in Kabul alongside Defence Secretary
This event will focus members of the Defence Support Network on ‘Accelerating Logistic Innovation’ to help defence face emerging threats.
Defence Minister Stuart Andrew has seen first-hand the crucial role Welsh firms play in the defence sector after a tour of military suppliers in the country.
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