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RFA Tideforce docks in Falmouth ahead of entering service

RFA Tideforce docks in Falmouth ahead of entering service

Wednesday, 15 August 2018

The fourth and final Tide class tanker, RFA Tideforce, has arrived in Cornwall for customisation. ...

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UK Government helps train Park Rangers in Malawi to combat the illegal wildlife trade

UK Government helps train Park Rangers in Malawi to combat the illegal wildlife trade

Wednesday, 15 August 2018

With less than two months to go until the London Illegal Wildlife Trade conference, UK troops in Malawi, as the face of Global Britain, are helping t...

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Ministry of Defence teams up with innovative start up to train next generation of cyber veterans

Ministry of Defence teams up with innovative start up to train next generation of cyber veterans

Monday, 13 August 2018

The MOD and new not-for-profit TechVets have joined forces to help more veterans become cyber warriors. ...

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Special recognition for Ministry of Defence Police Inspector Anne Turner

Special recognition for Ministry of Defence Police Inspector Anne Turner

Friday, 10 August 2018

Inspector Anne Turner, a training manager in the Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) was presented with a Special Recognition Award by the British Associ...

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Ministry of Defence Police officers compete in Britain’s Strongest Police Officer competition

Ministry of Defence Police officers compete in Britain’s Strongest Police Officer competition

Friday, 10 August 2018

Three Ministry of Defence Police officers successfully competed in the annual Britain’s Strongest Police Officer competition that was held recently at...

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Joint Forces Command Operational Concept Demonstrator flies for over 25 days

Joint Forces Command Operational Concept Demonstrator flies for over 25 days

Friday, 10 August 2018

A Joint Forces Command High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite Operational Concept Demonstrator aircraft has surpassed the world flight endurance record withou...

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The armed forces pay tribute to those who fought at the Battle of Amiens a century ago

The armed forces pay tribute to those who fought at the Battle of Amiens a century ago

Wednesday, 08 August 2018

Members of the armed forces have led the UK and its allies in commemorating the centenary of the Battle of Amiens at an event in France today. ...

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Defence Secretary confirms UK US relationship remains unparalleled

Defence Secretary confirms UK US relationship remains unparalleled

Wednesday, 08 August 2018

The USA has no greater friend on the global stage than the UK, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has reaffirmed during a visit to Washington, DC....

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Defence Secretary at Atlantic Council

Defence Secretary at Atlantic Council

Wednesday, 08 August 2018

Defence Secretary, Gavin Williamson, delivered this speech to the Atlantic Council think-tank in Washington DC outlining the strength of the UK and US...

65th Anniversary of Korean War Armistice Agreement

65th Anniversary of Korean War Armistice Agreement

Wednesday, 08 August 2018

Speech delivered by the Deputy Leader of the House of Lords and Minister of State for Defence, the Rt Hon Earl Howe....

First Space Conference

First Space Conference

Wednesday, 08 August 2018

Speech delivered by the Minister for Defence Procurement, Guto Bebb MP at the first Defence Space Conference. ...

Soldiering on Awards

Soldiering on Awards

Wednesday, 08 August 2018

Speech delivered by the Deputy Leader of the House of Lords and Minister of State for Defence, the Rt Hon Earl Howe at the Soldiering On Awards. ...

Launch of the Combat Air Strategy at the Farnborough Air Show

Launch of the Combat Air Strategy at the Farnborough Air Show

Wednesday, 08 August 2018

Speech by the Secretary of State for Defence, The Rt Hon Gavin Williamson CBE MP at the Farnborough Air Show. ...

British Medical Association Armed Forces Conference

British Medical Association Armed Forces Conference

Wednesday, 08 August 2018

Speech delivered by the Deputy Leader of the House of Lords and Minister of State for Defence, Rt Hon Earl Howe at the British Medical Association Arm...

Speech delivered at the Air Power Conference

Speech delivered at the Air Power Conference

Wednesday, 08 August 2018

Speech delivered by the Rt Hon Mark Lancaster, Minister of State for the Armed Forces at the Air Power Conference. ...

British Military steps up Women, Peace and Security efforts

British Military steps up Women, Peace and Security efforts

Tuesday, 07 August 2018

The Defence Secretary has confirmed specialist Army trainers will travel to Africa to help tackle sexual violence after visiting Kenya, Somalia and Et...

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Potential phishing scam impersonating Ministry of Defence

Potential phishing scam impersonating Ministry of Defence

Friday, 03 August 2018

Potential phishing scam impersonating Ministry of Defence Officials....

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Defence Secretary strengthens Romania ties and thanks RAF crews

Defence Secretary strengthens Romania ties and thanks RAF crews

Thursday, 02 August 2018

The Defence Secretary has announced initiatives to strengthen security ties with Romania and thanked RAF crews for their work patrolling the skies of ...

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50 employers awarded gold for supporting the armed forces

50 employers awarded gold for supporting the armed forces

Thursday, 02 August 2018

Britain’s top supporters of the armed forces have been revealed today, with a record number of businesses, charities and public sector bodies winning ...

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The Royal Centre for Defence Medicine pays tribute to the wreck of His Majesty's Hospital Ship Glenart Castle

The Royal Centre for Defence Medicine pays tribute to the wreck of His Majesty's Hospital Ship Glenart Castle

Thursday, 02 August 2018

On the 21 July 2018, the Defence Medical Services Diving Association dived the wreck of His Majesty’s Hospital Ship Glenart Castle. ...

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UK Armed Forces on high alert for hurricane season

UK Armed Forces on high alert for hurricane season

Wednesday, 01 August 2018

The UK’s Overseas Territories will have unwavering military support throughout the 2018 hurricane season, a Defence minister has confirmed....

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MOD appeal for families of missing or killed soldiers from the Korean War

MOD appeal for families of missing or killed soldiers from the Korean War

Wednesday, 01 August 2018

The Ministry of Defence is offering the opportunity for relatives of UK Service Personnel killed or missing in action in the Korean War to provide DNA...

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MOD to review Armed Forces exemption from UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

MOD to review Armed Forces exemption from UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Monday, 30 July 2018

The MOD is to conduct its five-yearly review of the armed forces’ exemption from the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities....

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F 35 jets use new vertical landing pads at RAF Marham for the first time

F 35 jets use new vertical landing pads at RAF Marham for the first time

Wednesday, 25 July 2018

The UK’s new F-35 multi role combat jets have used their vertical landing capability to land on new Vertical Landing Pads (VLPs), at RAF Marham for th...

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Worthy Down camp takes shape as first phase of construction completes

Worthy Down camp takes shape as first phase of construction completes

Wednesday, 25 July 2018

Military personnel from the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy and army enjoy brand new facilities at Worthy Down camp in Hampshire, thanks to the Defence In...

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Joint UK Qatari Typhoon squadron stands up as defence relationship deepens

Joint UK Qatari Typhoon squadron stands up as defence relationship deepens

Tuesday, 24 July 2018

Defence Secretary and Amir of Qatar meet at Horse Guards...

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Defence Minister outlines progress on building a Better Defence Estate

Defence Minister outlines progress on building a Better Defence Estate

Tuesday, 24 July 2018

Good progress is being made on the MOD’s plans for more modern and efficient military bases, Defence Minister Tobias Ellwood has told Parliament. ...

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Defence Secretary highlights North East’s military footprint at Gateshead defence firm

Defence Secretary highlights North East’s military footprint at Gateshead defence firm

Monday, 23 July 2018

Gavin Williamson visited Rubb in Gateshead where he outlined the benefits of defence to local jobs and industry. ...

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Defence Secretary meets civil society groups to discuss human rights in conflict affected areas

Defence Secretary meets civil society groups to discuss human rights in conflict affected areas

Thursday, 19 July 2018

The UK will take steps to ease the suffering of women living in conflict-affected areas, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has stated....

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Autonomy for tomorrow's world

Autonomy for tomorrow's world

Thursday, 19 July 2018

Futuristic drones and unmanned ground robots with autonomous ‘deliver to order’ capability could provide timely answers to the vital challenges of acc...

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