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Defence dividend delivers thousands of UK jobs following exceptional foreign investment

Defence dividend delivers thousands of UK jobs following exceptional foreign investment

Thursday, 04 September 2025

The UK defence sector has driven unprecedented growth across the country following at least £1.4 billion foreign investment being announced since July...

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UK and Norway sign historic deal strengthening NATO's northern flank and boosting jobs and growth

UK and Norway sign historic deal strengthening NATO's northern flank and boosting jobs and growth

Thursday, 04 September 2025

The Defence Secretary, John Healey, and his Norwegian counterpart, Tore O. Sandvik, today signed an historic agreement to enhance the strategic partne...

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First ever independent Armed Forces Champion gets the 'royal seal'

First ever independent Armed Forces Champion gets the 'royal seal'

Wednesday, 03 September 2025

His Majesty The King has formally approved legislation to appoint an independent Armed Forces Commissioner, in a landmark step in delivering manifes...

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£1 billion of military support for Ukraine paid for using immobilised Russian assets as Defence Secretary visits Kyiv

£1 billion of military support for Ukraine paid for using immobilised Russian assets as Defence Secretary visits Kyiv

Tuesday, 02 September 2025

Loan to Ukraine has enabled UK to deliver hundreds of thousands of rounds of artillery ammunition, hundreds of air defence missiles, and other essenti...

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Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton takes over as Chief of Defence Staff

Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton takes over as Chief of Defence Staff

Tuesday, 02 September 2025

Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton takes over from Admiral Sir Tony Radakin...

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Boost for UK Growth and Security as Norway Selects UK Warships in £10 billion partnership 

Boost for UK Growth and Security as Norway Selects UK Warships in £10 billion partnership 

Saturday, 30 August 2025

Billions of pounds will be pumped into the UK economy following Norway’s decision to select British warships for their Armed Forces – securing thousan...

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Thriving Japan defence partnership boosting UK jobs and investment

Thriving Japan defence partnership boosting UK jobs and investment

Friday, 29 August 2025

The Defence Secretary met Japanese PM Ishiba and his counterpart, Minister Nakatani, while welcoming the Carrier Strike Group deployment to Tokyo...

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Secretary of State remarks at the Pacific Future Forum: 29 August 2025

Secretary of State remarks at the Pacific Future Forum: 29 August 2025

Thursday, 28 August 2025

Secretary of State John Healey addressed the Pacific Future Forum in Tokyo, Japan....

British training of Ukrainian troops extended through 2026 as UK marks Ukrainian Independence Day

British training of Ukrainian troops extended through 2026 as UK marks Ukrainian Independence Day

Sunday, 24 August 2025

Extension supports UK’s objective of supporting Ukraine to defend itself from Russian attack, while developing its Armed Forces to deter Putin in futu...

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War Widows Urged to Claim Recognition Payment Before October 2025 Deadline

War Widows Urged to Claim Recognition Payment Before October 2025 Deadline

Friday, 22 August 2025

Eligible forces families urged to apply...

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UK jobs and air defences boost with purchase of new missile launchers

UK jobs and air defences boost with purchase of new missile launchers

Thursday, 21 August 2025

The UK is buying six Land Ceptor air defence missile launchers, supporting up to 140 jobs across the country and strengthening our national security...

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‘30 by 30’   New funding to boost cadet force by over 40,000 by 2030

‘30 by 30’ New funding to boost cadet force by over 40,000 by 2030

Wednesday, 20 August 2025

Young people will have more chances to join the Armed Forces Cadets, under a major expansion of cadet forces across the country, announced today (Wedn...

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New multi million pound Army support deal for North East firm to boost national security and growth

New multi million pound Army support deal for North East firm to boost national security and growth

Monday, 18 August 2025

New agreement with Cook Defence Systems will provide vital spare parts to the British Army armoured vehicle fleet...

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Chief of the Defence Staff speech to CSIS

Chief of the Defence Staff speech to CSIS

Wednesday, 13 August 2025

The Chief of Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin gave a speech to the Centre for Strategic and International Studies in Washington ...

Pets for heroes: new measures to transform military housing into family homes

Pets for heroes: new measures to transform military housing into family homes

Sunday, 10 August 2025

Armed Forces families will benefit from new freedoms to keep pets, decorate and personalise their houses, and run businesses from home....

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Scotland at the heart of defence investment as small and medium businesses get a seat at the table

Scotland at the heart of defence investment as small and medium businesses get a seat at the table

Friday, 08 August 2025

The contribution of Scottish SMEs to the UK’s national security was recognised during a roundtable held yesterday at Edinburgh’s Queen Elizabeth House...

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Armed Forces to mark VJ Day 80 with flypasts, music and commemorations around the world

Armed Forces to mark VJ Day 80 with flypasts, music and commemorations around the world

Thursday, 07 August 2025

VJ Day 80 celebrations will include flypasts, music and commemorations across the globe. ...

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New UK esports collaboration to boost digital and cyber skills

New UK esports collaboration to boost digital and cyber skills

Monday, 28 July 2025

The new partnership with International Defence Esports Games will improve Armed Forces digital talent, while an annual summit will focus on education,...

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UK high altitude research and intelligence balloon soars to new heights

UK high altitude research and intelligence balloon soars to new heights

Sunday, 27 July 2025

The UK has successfully trialed high-altitude balloons which can conduct intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions. ...

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Joint Statement on the Australia UK Nuclear Powered Submarine Partnership and Collaboration Treaty

Joint Statement on the Australia UK Nuclear Powered Submarine Partnership and Collaboration Treaty

Saturday, 26 July 2025

On 26 July 2025 in Geelong, Australia, the Honourable Richard Marles MP, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, Australia and the Right Honou...

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UK Space Commander speech on defence in the space domain

UK Space Commander speech on defence in the space domain

Friday, 25 July 2025

Transcript of the UK Space Commander's address on defence in the space domain at the Royal United Services Institute. ...

Statement on the meeting of the Defence Ministers of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Türkiye

Statement on the meeting of the Defence Ministers of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Türkiye

Wednesday, 23 July 2025

The Defence Ministers of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Türkiye today reaffirmed the strength of the UK-Türkiye partnership....

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UK and Türkiye agree big step towards multi billion pound export of Typhoon fighter jets

UK and Türkiye agree big step towards multi billion pound export of Typhoon fighter jets

Tuesday, 22 July 2025

A multi-billion-pound export deal of Typhoon fighter jets to Türkiye – which could secure thousands of skilled UK jobs – is a significant step closer ...

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UK Carrier Strike Group contributes to Exercise Talisman Sabre

UK Carrier Strike Group contributes to Exercise Talisman Sabre

Tuesday, 22 July 2025

The UK Carrier Strike Group has led a major British contribution to the large multinational exercise in Australia....

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UK ramps up Ukraine military support with  £150 million of vital air defence and artillery ammunition delivered in just two months

UK ramps up Ukraine military support with £150 million of vital air defence and artillery ammunition delivered in just two months

Sunday, 20 July 2025

More than £150 million worth of air defence and artillery has been delivered to Ukraine in the last two months, as procurement of hundreds of air defe...

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Fundamental lethality shift for British Army spearheaded by novel targeting tech 'ASGARD'

Fundamental lethality shift for British Army spearheaded by novel targeting tech 'ASGARD'

Sunday, 20 July 2025

British Army showcase new technology that improves the accuracy of targeting enemies and reduces decision-making time for strikes. ...

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Chief of the Air Staff speech at Global Air & Space Chiefs' Conference 2025

Chief of the Air Staff speech at Global Air & Space Chiefs' Conference 2025

Thursday, 17 July 2025

Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Rich Knighton's speech at the Global Air & Space Chiefs' Conference 17 July 2025...

Defence Secretary statement on war in Ukraine   17 July 2025

Defence Secretary statement on war in Ukraine 17 July 2025

Thursday, 17 July 2025

Defence Secretary, John Healey MP, provided an update to the House of Commons on the war in Ukraine....

Minister for the Armed Forces speech at Global Air & Space Chiefs' Conference 2025

Minister for the Armed Forces speech at Global Air & Space Chiefs' Conference 2025

Thursday, 17 July 2025

Minster for the Armed Forces, Luke Pollard, speech at the Global Air & Space Chiefs' Conference 2025 on 17 July 2025....

Eight British soldiers of the Great War laid to rest in France

Eight British soldiers of the Great War laid to rest in France

Thursday, 17 July 2025

The remains of eight British soldiers, including four who have been identified by name, have been laid to rest today (16 July 2025) in France, more th...

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