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British Army receives pioneering bomb disposal robots

British Army receives pioneering bomb disposal robots

Sunday, 23 December 2018

The British Army have taken delivery of the first four cutting-edge bomb disposal robots following rigorous trials, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson...

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Defence Secretary reaffirms support to Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression

Defence Secretary reaffirms support to Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression

Saturday, 22 December 2018

The Defence Secretary visited the crew of HMS Echo docked at the Ukrainian port of Odesa...

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Ministry of Defence Police ACC Paul McLaughlin retires

Ministry of Defence Police ACC Paul McLaughlin retires

Tuesday, 18 December 2018

The MDP bids farewell to Assistant Chief Constable Paul McLaughlin who retires later this month, after serving for more than 34 years with the force. ...

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The Sun Military Awards 2018 reward armed forces heroes

The Sun Military Awards 2018 reward armed forces heroes

Thursday, 13 December 2018

The Millies congratulate winners for feats of courage and sacrifice with a glittering awards ceremony at Banqueting House...

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Aaron keeps on running

Aaron keeps on running

Thursday, 13 December 2018

Fresh from his success in the ‘World Marathon Majors’, competing in Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, New York and Frankfurt, MDP Sergeant Aaron...

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Minister praises work of organisations helping veterans into new careers

Minister praises work of organisations helping veterans into new careers

Tuesday, 11 December 2018

Defence Minister Tobias Ellwood attended the Officers' Association Careers Forum, hosted by Deloitte....

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Three shipbuilding teams shortlisted to build new warships in UK

Three shipbuilding teams shortlisted to build new warships in UK

Monday, 10 December 2018

Teams will receive contracts worth up to £5 million to push ahead with plans to build five new Type 31e warships. ...

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Typhoons launch with new missile

Typhoons launch with new missile

Monday, 10 December 2018

RAF Typhoons launch for the first time with the Meteor Air-to-Air missile. ...

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UK medical support to largest UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan continues after hospital handover to Vietnam

UK medical support to largest UN peacekeeping mission in South Sudan continues after hospital handover to Vietnam

Thursday, 06 December 2018

Medical personnel from all 3 services contribute to the success of Op Trenton; the Vietnamese will continue support to the UN peacekeeping mission in ...

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Defence Minister reaffirms ties with Mexico

Defence Minister reaffirms ties with Mexico

Thursday, 06 December 2018

The UK’s future relationship with Mexico looks bright under the country’s new administration, a Defence Minister has declared....

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Defence Secretary announces £400 million investment for nuclear armed submarines

Defence Secretary announces £400 million investment for nuclear armed submarines

Thursday, 06 December 2018

Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has today announced a £400-million funding boost for the Dreadnought programme, as he opened a new training academy...

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JCCC’s commemorations team complete unprecedented levels of dedication during centenary year

JCCC’s commemorations team complete unprecedented levels of dedication during centenary year

Wednesday, 05 December 2018

War detectives’ go that extra mile for the fallen servicemen of both World Wars in 2018....

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Ministry of Defence Police supports ACT Christmas campaign and promotes use of Project Servator

Ministry of Defence Police supports ACT Christmas campaign and promotes use of Project Servator

Wednesday, 05 December 2018

MDP supports the Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) Christmas campaign and promotes use of Project Servator during the festive season....

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UK US defence partnership to reach new heights in years ahead

UK US defence partnership to reach new heights in years ahead

Monday, 03 December 2018

The UK and USA will work closer together than ever before to tackle shared threats as Britain expands its horizons across the globe, the Defence Secre...

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New military chiefs appointed

New military chiefs appointed

Monday, 03 December 2018

Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has confirmed the new appointments of Vice Chief of the Defence Staff, First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff, Chi...

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Shipbuilding firms chosen for Fleet Solid Support competition

Shipbuilding firms chosen for Fleet Solid Support competition

Friday, 30 November 2018

Four shipbuilding firms and a British consortium have been selected to compete for the Fleet Solid Support ships contract...

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Defence Secretary announces new additions to Innovation Panel

Defence Secretary announces new additions to Innovation Panel

Friday, 30 November 2018

The expansion of the Defence Innovation Advisory Panel comes as the Department responds to their first independent report on innovation in Defence. ...

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Small businesses behind Defence’s biggest projects recognised

Small businesses behind Defence’s biggest projects recognised

Friday, 30 November 2018

From fighter jets to training veterans, thousands of small businesses across the UK are helping to keep Britain safe through their vital services to D...

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Mastercard and MOD join forces to champion employment of ex service personnel

Mastercard and MOD join forces to champion employment of ex service personnel

Thursday, 29 November 2018

Payment technology company signs up to the Armed Forces Covenant. ...

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New frigate named HMS Edinburgh

New frigate named HMS Edinburgh

Thursday, 29 November 2018

Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced HMS Edinburgh as the name of a cutting-edge British warship on the eve of St Andrew’s Day....

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IISS Global Partnerships event 2018

IISS Global Partnerships event 2018

Thursday, 29 November 2018

Speech by Admiral Sir Philip Jones, First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff....

Operational Honours and Awards list November 2018

Operational Honours and Awards list November 2018

Friday, 23 November 2018

A number of members of the Armed Forces have been named in the latest Operational Honours and Awards List....

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Armed Forces Minister praises Quick Reaction Alert Force on RAF Coningsby visit

Armed Forces Minister praises Quick Reaction Alert Force on RAF Coningsby visit

Friday, 23 November 2018

Armed Forces Minister Mark Lancaster today visited RAF Coningsby, one of the two bases from which RAF fast jets rapidly launch to protect UK skies....

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‘Spirit of Yorkshire runs right through our nation’s defence’: Defence Minister hails Yorkshire firms on Huddersfield visit

‘Spirit of Yorkshire runs right through our nation’s defence’: Defence Minister hails Yorkshire firms on Huddersfield visit

Friday, 23 November 2018

The day after naming a new UK warship HMS Sheffield, Defence Minister Stuart Andrew has hailed the role Yorkshire companies play in the nation’s defen...

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Defence Secretary secures ships to protect home waters

Defence Secretary secures ships to protect home waters

Thursday, 22 November 2018

Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has secured the protection of British home waters by announcing he will retain three of the Royal Navy’s patrol shi...

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HMS Sheffield revealed as new warship

HMS Sheffield revealed as new warship

Thursday, 22 November 2018

Defence Minister Stuart Andrew has today announced the name of a future world-beating British warship as HMS Sheffield....

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Armed Forces Covenant Annual Report outlines stepped up support for military community

Armed Forces Covenant Annual Report outlines stepped up support for military community

Wednesday, 21 November 2018

The annual Armed Forces Covenant Report has been published today. ...

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New Chinook simulators ready for training

New Chinook simulators ready for training

Wednesday, 21 November 2018

A new, purpose built facility replicating real-life operations for Chinook helicopter crews with the very latest technology has been officially opened...

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Rehabilitated veterans and microplastics clean up receive military conservation award

Rehabilitated veterans and microplastics clean up receive military conservation award

Wednesday, 21 November 2018

A group of veterans who helped excavate 18th century skeletons have won the MOD’s top award for conservation. ...

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Platinum Award for MDP’s domestic abuse work

Platinum Award for MDP’s domestic abuse work

Wednesday, 21 November 2018

MDP Northern Ireland collects the 'Workplace Charter on Domestic Violence' Platinum Award....

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