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'Unknown' soldier's grave identified 107 years after his death

'Unknown' soldier's grave identified 107 years after his death

Tuesday, 25 March 2025

The final resting place of a Devonian man who served with the King’s (Liverpool Regiment) in World War 1 has been named in France almost exactly 107 y...

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UK French relationship strengthened as Defence Chiefs discuss Ukraine and European security with their French counterparts

UK French relationship strengthened as Defence Chiefs discuss Ukraine and European security with their French counterparts

Monday, 24 March 2025

The UK and France have today continued top level defence engagements with a meeting of both nations Military Chiefs in London....

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Grave of lost Scottish soldier of World War One identified in France

Grave of lost Scottish soldier of World War One identified in France

Wednesday, 19 March 2025

The previously unmarked grave of an Edinburgh man of the 1st (Royal) Dragoons has now been identified and marked more than a century after his death. ...

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Grave of Missing Windsor Soldier of World War One Identified in Belgium

Grave of Missing Windsor Soldier of World War One Identified in Belgium

Tuesday, 18 March 2025

More than a century after his death, the previously unmarked grave of Corporal of Horse (CoH) Charles Edward Dean has finally been identified and mark...

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Fundamental changes to Armed Forces processes to better support Women in UK Defence

Fundamental changes to Armed Forces processes to better support Women in UK Defence

Tuesday, 18 March 2025

As part of a series of changes to eradicate unacceptable behaviours in the military a new Tri-Service complaints unit for the Armed Forces has been an...

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First uncrewed mine countermeasures vessel delivered to UK Royal Navy, supporting British jobs and boosting British security

First uncrewed mine countermeasures vessel delivered to UK Royal Navy, supporting British jobs and boosting British security

Friday, 14 March 2025

British defence jobs have been boosted and British sailors will be better protected following delivery of the first end-to-end autonomous UK mine hunt...

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New UK made space system to help protect military satellites

New UK made space system to help protect military satellites

Friday, 07 March 2025

Innovative UK-made tech will help the military monitor space following a new £65 million deal agreed today, in British Science Week....

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Minister of State for Defence Procurement and Industry RUSI Speech

Minister of State for Defence Procurement and Industry RUSI Speech

Thursday, 06 March 2025

Minister of State for Defence Procurement and Industry: RUSI/IFRI Speech “Enhancing UK-France Defence Industrial cooperation” ...

Advanced attack drones for Ukraine in new deal struck by UK government and Anduril UK

Advanced attack drones for Ukraine in new deal struck by UK government and Anduril UK

Thursday, 06 March 2025

Ukraine’s armed forces will be backed by more advanced attack drones to tackle Russian aggression in the Black Sea, following a deal struck by the UK ...

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Deepening UK US defence relations and peace in Ukraine to top agenda for Defence Secretary's Washington visit

Deepening UK US defence relations and peace in Ukraine to top agenda for Defence Secretary's Washington visit

Wednesday, 05 March 2025

During meetings, the Defence Secretary will hail the unparalleled depth of the UK-US relationship, which bolsters security and supports economic growt...

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Historic £1.6bn deal provides thousands of air defence missiles for Ukraine and boosts UK jobs and growth

Historic £1.6bn deal provides thousands of air defence missiles for Ukraine and boosts UK jobs and growth

Sunday, 02 March 2025

Deal will create 200 jobs in Northern Ireland and provide 5000 air defence missiles to Ukraine....

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UK steps up life saving medical support for Ukraine's Armed Forces

UK steps up life saving medical support for Ukraine's Armed Forces

Monday, 24 February 2025

The Ministry of Defence will double its funding for medical and rehabilitation services for Ukraine's troops...

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Ministry of Defence Statement on Conclusion of the Jaysley Beck Coroner's Inquest

Ministry of Defence Statement on Conclusion of the Jaysley Beck Coroner's Inquest

Thursday, 20 February 2025

A statement from the Minister for Veterans and People on behalf of the Ministry of Defence...

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UK and Norway kickstart new defence agreement in boost for European security

UK and Norway kickstart new defence agreement in boost for European security

Thursday, 20 February 2025

UK continues to step up on European security in move to deepen defence ties with Norway...

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Defence Secretary's speech on Defence Reform

Defence Secretary's speech on Defence Reform

Tuesday, 18 February 2025

Transcript of the Defence Secretary's address on defence reform at the Institute for Government. ...

International trade mission to Ukraine deepens industry ties and boosts growth

International trade mission to Ukraine deepens industry ties and boosts growth

Friday, 14 February 2025

First-of-its-kind international defence trade mission to Kyiv deepens industry ties between Ukraine and its allies...

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New investment in Royal Navy fleet communications to boost jobs

New investment in Royal Navy fleet communications to boost jobs

Wednesday, 12 February 2025

£250 million upgrade to naval communications will support more than 100 high-skilled UK jobs, delivering on the Government’s Plan for Change....

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UK leads major Ukraine Summit and announces £150 million firepower package

UK leads major Ukraine Summit and announces £150 million firepower package

Wednesday, 12 February 2025

Defence leaders from across the world have gathered in Brussels today as the UK convenes a major Ukraine summit at NATO HQ....

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Royal Navy shipbuilding drives growth in Scotland

Royal Navy shipbuilding drives growth in Scotland

Tuesday, 11 February 2025

Home of Royal Navy Type 31 frigates production supports 2,500 Scottish jobs....

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New satellite deal to boost military operations, jobs and growth

New satellite deal to boost military operations, jobs and growth

Monday, 10 February 2025

Armed forces personnel will have access to the latest space-based imagery for military operations, following a deal signed for a new satellite system,...

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Fast track armed forces recruitment launched to boost UK cyber defence

Fast track armed forces recruitment launched to boost UK cyber defence

Thursday, 06 February 2025

Armed forces recruits will be fast-tracked into specialist roles to tackle the growing cyber threat to the UK via a new recruitment scheme....

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Armed Forces to cut red tape and deliver quicker and easier recruitment service

Armed Forces to cut red tape and deliver quicker and easier recruitment service

Thursday, 06 February 2025

Joining the Armed Forces will become quicker and easier under a new first-of-its kind recruitment service that cuts red tape and transforms the way pe...

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‘Tornado 2 Tempest’: Fighter jet component recycling project off to flying start

‘Tornado 2 Tempest’: Fighter jet component recycling project off to flying start

Wednesday, 05 February 2025

Individual parts from retired Tornado aircraft have been ground down and 3D printed into new components suitable for next generation Tempest fighter j...

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New robots lead the way in bomb disposal innovation

New robots lead the way in bomb disposal innovation

Wednesday, 05 February 2025

Cutting-edge trial featured robotic canines defusing bombs. This new technology is set to reduce risk to personnel working on bomb disposals. ...

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New submarine facility in Bristol  opened by Defence Minister

New submarine facility in Bristol opened by Defence Minister

Thursday, 30 January 2025

New Submarine Availability Support Hub will support 100 new jobs, boost engineering capabilities and deliver on the Government’s Plan for Change....

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Defence Secretary speech at the ADS Annual Dinner: 28 January 2025

Defence Secretary speech at the ADS Annual Dinner: 28 January 2025

Wednesday, 29 January 2025

Defence Secretary John Healey addressed the ADS Annual Dinner on 28 January 2025....

Strengthening Security Cooperation: UK Defence Minister visits Nigeria

Strengthening Security Cooperation: UK Defence Minister visits Nigeria

Wednesday, 29 January 2025

Defence ties between the UK and Nigeria have been strengthened following a visit from Lord Vernon Coaker this week. ...

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Teesside Airport boosted with £173m Government Defence Investment

Teesside Airport boosted with £173m Government Defence Investment

Wednesday, 29 January 2025

A £173 million Ministry of Defence training contract with British business Draken will boost Teesside International Airport and support jobs across Te...

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Threat detection systems on Royal Navy warships upgraded

Threat detection systems on Royal Navy warships upgraded

Tuesday, 28 January 2025

More than 200 UK jobs will be supported through a new contract to boost the Royal Navy’s warship combat systems and increase their ability to track, a...

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Landmark £9 billion contract for British business to boost jobs, growth and nuclear deterrent

Landmark £9 billion contract for British business to boost jobs, growth and nuclear deterrent

Friday, 24 January 2025

A major deal, worth approximately £9 billion, has been struck with British firm Rolls-Royce to bolster support to the Royal Navy’s fleet of nuclear su...

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