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RAF Typhoon jets intercept Russian bombers flying north of Scotland

RAF Typhoon jets intercept Russian bombers flying north of Scotland

Monday, 14 August 2023

The Typhoons launched from RAF Lossiemouth, one of the RAF’s two Quick Reaction Alert stations, where RAF fighters are constantly available to respond...

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British Commandos train hundreds of Ukrainian Marines in UK programme

British Commandos train hundreds of Ukrainian Marines in UK programme

Friday, 11 August 2023

Ukrainian marines were trained by Royal Marines and Army Commandos to conduct small boat amphibious operations, including beach raids....

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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Monday, 07 August 2023

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has burst onto Edinburgh Castle’s famous esplanade this weekend, for another August full of music and spectacle....

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British Armed Forces take part in largest military exercise between UK, Australia, and US

British Armed Forces take part in largest military exercise between UK, Australia, and US

Friday, 04 August 2023

The deployment demonstrates the UK’s commitment to the Indo-Pacific and working with partners in the region....

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RAF completes NATO air policing mission in the Baltic after intercepting 50 Russian aircraft

RAF completes NATO air policing mission in the Baltic after intercepting 50 Russian aircraft

Thursday, 03 August 2023

The UK has been leading NATO’s air policing mission in Estonia for the last four months, demonstrating the UK's commitment to the Alliance and securit...

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New Taskforce to build UK nuclear skills

New Taskforce to build UK nuclear skills

Monday, 31 July 2023

A new Nuclear Skills Taskforce will ensure the UK’s defence and civil nuclear sectors have the right people with the right skills to seize growth oppo...

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Rare butterfly finds home at military training area in Scotland

Rare butterfly finds home at military training area in Scotland

Friday, 28 July 2023

Rare species of blue butterfly has been sighted as a result of the restoration of habitats at military training area in Angus, Scotland. ...

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UK strengthens Indo Pacific defence ties

UK strengthens Indo Pacific defence ties

Friday, 28 July 2023

Minister for the Armed Forces James Heappey engages with top defence officials in Australia, Fiji, Malaysia, Republic of Korea, and Singapore....

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UK remembers the sacrifice of the armed forces in the Korean War

UK remembers the sacrifice of the armed forces in the Korean War

Thursday, 27 July 2023

Commemorations are being held across the country to remember the sacrifice of British soldiers in the Korean War, with more than 1,000 killed in actio...

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UK and Turkey continue to strengthen ties at Defence industry fair

UK and Turkey continue to strengthen ties at Defence industry fair

Wednesday, 26 July 2023

The UK and Turkey’s defence relationship will continue to strengthen, following Ministerial meetings at the International Defence Industry Fair in Ist...

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Continued progress has been made towards the new digital verification service to apply for a HM Armed Forces Veteran Card

Continued progress has been made towards the new digital verification service to apply for a HM Armed Forces Veteran Card

Thursday, 20 July 2023

The Ministry of Defence and the Office for Veterans’ Affairs are jointly delivering this service as part of ongoing improvements in veterans support....

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Government apologises to veterans for egregious historic LGBT policy in the Armed Forces

Government apologises to veterans for egregious historic LGBT policy in the Armed Forces

Wednesday, 19 July 2023

The PM and Defence Secretary apologise to LGBT personnel and veterans impacted by the historic ban....

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Refreshed Defence Command Paper sets out future for Armed Forces

Refreshed Defence Command Paper sets out future for Armed Forces

Monday, 17 July 2023

A £2.5 billion investment in stockpiles and a Global Response Force are behind a refreshed plan to improve the warfighting readiness of the British Ar...

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Armed Forces Compensation Scheme and Veterans Welfare Reviews published today

Armed Forces Compensation Scheme and Veterans Welfare Reviews published today

Monday, 17 July 2023

The reviews have offered recommendations to improve the experience of those requiring veterans’ welfare or compensation services. ...

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Aviation climate commitment and £115 million combat air technology boosts at RIAT

Aviation climate commitment and £115 million combat air technology boosts at RIAT

Friday, 14 July 2023

A £115m contract will create a ‘flying electronics laboratory’ to develop our future combat air technology, it has been announced at the Royal Interna...

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193 organisations awarded for their support towards the Armed Forces community

193 organisations awarded for their support towards the Armed Forces community

Wednesday, 12 July 2023

Nearly 200 organisations have been recognised in this year's Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Awards, the highest number since it launched in ...

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Joint Statement by the Defence Ministers of the United Kingdom and Estonia

Joint Statement by the Defence Ministers of the United Kingdom and Estonia

Wednesday, 12 July 2023

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace and Estonian Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur signed a joint statement, deepening defence cooperation....

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Strategic Command strengthens bonds with partners in Singapore

Strategic Command strengthens bonds with partners in Singapore

Monday, 10 July 2023

Defence leaders across the Southeast Asian state have showcased their expertise to a UK delegation....

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£66 million contract awarded for new terminal at RAF Akrotiri

£66 million contract awarded for new terminal at RAF Akrotiri

Monday, 10 July 2023

A £66 million contract has been awarded for the construction of a new Passenger Handling Facility at RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus....

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RAF to provide specialist firefighting vehicles and training to Ukraine's firefighters ahead of 500 days of war

RAF to provide specialist firefighting vehicles and training to Ukraine's firefighters ahead of 500 days of war

Thursday, 06 July 2023

The UK is providing 15 Rapid Intervention Vehicles and two Major Foam Vehicles to bolster Ukraine's firefighting capability...

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Microsoft UK pledges support for Digital Skills for Defence

Microsoft UK pledges support for Digital Skills for Defence

Thursday, 06 July 2023

Personnel across the Ministry of Defence will benefit from enhanced digital skills, as a result of a new partnership with Microsoft UK....

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UK and Poland strengthen foreign policy, security and defence cooperation

UK and Poland strengthen foreign policy, security and defence cooperation

Wednesday, 05 July 2023

The UK and Polish Foreign and Defence secretaries signed the 2030 Strategic Partnership following talks at Lancaster House....

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Advanced £870 million radar contract sustains 600 UK jobs

Advanced £870 million radar contract sustains 600 UK jobs

Tuesday, 04 July 2023

An £870 million five-year contract has been awarded to upgrade radar capabilities on the RAF Typhoon, fittingone of the world’s most advanced radars....

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Armed Forces & Veterans on parade for Pride in London

Armed Forces & Veterans on parade for Pride in London

Saturday, 01 July 2023

Hundreds of LGBT+ Defence personnel attended a reception to celebrate Pride in London today, to recognise the vital role they have in defending our na...

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UK and Netherlands confirm future amphibious relationship

UK and Netherlands confirm future amphibious relationship

Friday, 30 June 2023

The UK and Netherlands agree to explore opportunities to develop a future littoral strike platform, providing future capability to both nations' Comma...

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Joint Expeditionary Force completes landmark deployment from UK to Iceland

Joint Expeditionary Force completes landmark deployment from UK to Iceland

Friday, 30 June 2023

It is the first time the JEF headquarters has deployed from its permanent headquarters in London to a remote location...

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Defence Minister's speech at Full Spectrum Air Defence Conference

Defence Minister's speech at Full Spectrum Air Defence Conference

Wednesday, 28 June 2023

Defence Procurement Minister, James Cartlidge delivered a speech at the Full Spectrum Air Defence Conference in London....

Army delivers combat medical course to Ukrainian armed forces

Army delivers combat medical course to Ukrainian armed forces

Monday, 26 June 2023

Armed Forces of Ukraine Personnel are learning life-saving medical techniques and strategies for providing battlefield trauma care....

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RAF jets intercept 21 Russian aircraft near NATO airspace

RAF jets intercept 21 Russian aircraft near NATO airspace

Sunday, 25 June 2023

NATO have scrambled the jets six times in the last three weeks, intercepting 21 Russian aircraft in the last 21 days. ...

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Country pays tribute to military personnel for Armed Forces Day

Country pays tribute to military personnel for Armed Forces Day

Saturday, 24 June 2023

Armed Forces personnel are thanked for their efforts in keeping the nation safe at the National Event in Falmouth today. ...

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