Ministry of Defence

UK replenishing Precision-Guided Munitions stockpiles UK Defence Journal12:56
Defence Committee: UK must learn from Ukraine and embrace AI UK Defence Journal10:18
UK government issues media warning on Afghanistan inquiry Amu TV16:01
New study available on UK defence ‘circular economy’ Asia Pacific Defence Reporter21:03
Thales UK and MoD successfully test lightweight multi-role missile Army Technology14:49
Britain to deliver 30,000 drones to Ukraine UK Defence Journal12:57
UK reaffirms commitment to defence of the Arctic UK Defence Journal12:04

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Former UK Defence Secretary Advocates for Ukraine’s NATO Membership and UK’s Role in Macron’s Initiative Freedom07:08
Yesterday
Joint Statement by Group of Five Defence Ministers – 13 January 2025 GOV.UK (Press Release)21:37 13-Jan-25
ABP secures landmark agreement with UK’s Ministry of Defence Container News15:38 13-Jan-25
Ukraine's defence minister arrives in UK to discuss plans for cooperation in 2025 Ukrainska Pravda15:20 13-Jan-25
UK MoD issues industry RfI for Light Mobility Vehicle Army Technology14:40 13-Jan-25
Former UK defence secretary supports invitation of Ukraine to NATO and UK's participation in "Macron's initiative" European Pravda14:23 13-Jan-25
UK replenishing Precision-Guided Munitions stockpiles UK Defence Journal12:56 13-Jan-25
Former UK defence secretary supports invitation of Ukraine to NATO Ukrainska Pravda11:57 13-Jan-25
Dstl trials future of invisible war GOV.UK (Press Release)11:15 13-Jan-25
Adoption and fostering support for Service Personnel GOV.UK (Press Release)11:06 13-Jan-25
Defence Committee: UK must learn from Ukraine and embrace AI UK Defence Journal10:18 13-Jan-25
Adarga Secures Enterprise Agreement Lite with UK MOD Worth up to £12m Business Wire (Press Release)08:49 13-Jan-25
In the last 7 days
New study available on UK defence ‘circular economy’ Asia Pacific Defence Reporter21:03 12-Jan-25
Drone Brompton Drone: War in Ukraine delays folding bike brand’s new e-bike launch – because supplier was busy building … road.cc14:24 12-Jan-25
Ex-Labour MP Ivor Caplin arrested after 'paedophile hunter' sting Daily Record21:32 11-Jan-25
UK vunerable to enemies getting ahead of MOD on AI use, MP warns Forces TV11:50 11-Jan-25
Memorial for LGBT veterans to be built at National Memorial Arboretum Evening Standard00:09 11-Jan-25
FOI responses released by the Ministry of Defence: 2025 GOV.UK (Press Release)14:58 10-Jan-25
Thales UK and MoD successfully test lightweight multi-role missile Army Technology14:49 10-Jan-25
UK seeks industry input for Light Mobility Vehicle Programme UK Defence Journal14:29 10-Jan-25
How defence contributes to the prosperity of the UK and supports the UK economy GOV.UK (Press Release)13:36 10-Jan-25
UK Defence Committee urges MoD to embrace AI ComputerWeekly13:05 10-Jan-25
Protecting the UK and promoting a Global Britain GOV.UK (Press Release)12:46 10-Jan-25
Defence Support CDLS Commendations 2024 GOV.UK (Press Release)12:05 10-Jan-25
UK steps up protection of sea cables amid Russian threats UK Defence Journal10:03 10-Jan-25
UK to focus on ‘high-risk, high-reward’ military tech UK Defence Journal09:53 10-Jan-25
UK’s mod should do more to attract AI researchers, say MPs Research Professional News08:23 10-Jan-25
Britain must learn from Ukraine and use AI for warfare, MPs say The Independent08:11 10-Jan-25
Senior UK military figures made secret trips to Israel in 2024, government data reveals Middle East Monitor21:14 9-Jan-25
UK and Allies pledge 30,000 drones to Ukraine in major European security initiative UAWire20:35 9-Jan-25
MOD and Trade Unions agree substantial pay rise for key personnel supporting Navy operations GOV.UK (Press Release)17:09 9-Jan-25
"Telford is at the heart of UK Defence" - Minister visits site behind next generation of tanks and armoured vehicles GOV.UK (Press Release)16:08 9-Jan-25
UK government issues media warning on Afghanistan inquiry Amu TV16:01 9-Jan-25
UK Announces Coalition Will Send Ukraine 30,000 New Drones Kyiv Post15:59 9-Jan-25
Armed forces family housing and Annington Homes The House of Commons Library blog15:40 9-Jan-25
Major housing deal completed, bringing benefits to forces families GOV.UK (Press Release)14:26 9-Jan-25
UK Armed Forces equipment data report slips again UK Defence Journal14:11 9-Jan-25
Britain to deliver 30,000 drones to Ukraine UK Defence Journal12:57 9-Jan-25
30,000 new drones for Ukraine in boost to European security GOV.UK (Press Release)12:34 9-Jan-25
Service Inquiry into the death of a service person following completion of a military exercise at Driffield Fieldcraft… GOV.UK (Press Release)12:05 9-Jan-25
UK reaffirms commitment to defence of the Arctic UK Defence Journal12:04 9-Jan-25
Rising injury reporting rates in British Armed Forces UK Defence Journal10:37 9-Jan-25
Defence health and safety statistics: index GOV.UK (Press Release)09:42 9-Jan-25
UK MoD to Explore Project COOKSON’s Compact Vessels and Advanced Maritime Capabilities Army Recognition09:37 9-Jan-25
Critical new Royal Fleet Auxiliary pay deal hailed but hurdles remain The News, Portsmouth18:20 8-Jan-25
UK-Led Joint Expeditionary Force System to Monitor Undersea Threats and Russian Shadow Fleet Army Recognition16:19 8-Jan-25
UK to build fast, armed drone ship to boost Ukraine’s defense Bulgarian Military News15:14 8-Jan-25
Leonardo, Royal Navy, UK MoD unveil Proteus Naval Technology14:54 8-Jan-25
FOI responses published by MOD: week commencing 6 January 2025 GOV.UK (Press Release)14:13 8-Jan-25
Leonardo, Royal Navy, UK MOD Debut Uncrewed Rotorcraft ‘Proteus’ Demonstrator Design The Defense Post14:09 8-Jan-25
UK confirm tests of helicopter exhaust impact on personnel start Airforce Technology14:03 8-Jan-25
British High Commissioner calls on Defence Minister Khawaja Asif Business Recorder, Pakistan13:48 8-Jan-25
Information for defence personnel about USA tax regulations GOV.UK (Press Release)12:00 8-Jan-25
Britain developing fast attack drone boats for Ukraine UK Defence Journal10:37 8-Jan-25
Russian war losses in Ukraine have reached new daily highs for 5 months straight: UK mod Yahoo! UK & Ireland08:40 8-Jan-25
MP grills Defence Secretary over Royal Navy Devonport assault ships HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark Plymouth Live16:24 7-Jan-25
MOD Welsh Language Scheme Annual Monitoring Report 2024 GOV.UK (Press Release)15:09 7-Jan-25
UK intelligence: December marks Russia's heaviest losses of 2024 – US Defence Ministry Ukrainska Pravda13:05 7-Jan-25
Tory MP mixes up non-existent boat from James Bond film with real Royal Navy warship in… MailOnline12:41 7-Jan-25
Britain reports record Russian casualties in Ukraine conflict UK Defence Journal12:10 7-Jan-25
Worried dockyard workers vote to strike amid MoD Serco contract row The News, Portsmouth11:41 7-Jan-25
In the last month
UK strengthening defence ties with European allies UK Defence Journal22:36 6-Jan-25
Reform UK presses Government on use of UK steel in defence UK Defence Journal19:35 6-Jan-25
Government details support for Northern Ireland veterans UK Defence Journal19:02 6-Jan-25
MoD: Ministers promise to plug holes in defence capabilities amid Nato pressure to invest in… The News, Portsmouth17:52 6-Jan-25
SNP MP slams Labour minister over skyrocketing MoD spending plans The National, Scotland17:17 6-Jan-25
Joint Expeditionary Force activates UK-led reaction system to track threats to undersea infrastructure and monitor… GOV.UK (Press Release)15:44 6-Jan-25
Healey: UK to lead operation on monitoring Russian shadow fleet Belfast Telegraph15:34 6-Jan-25
How Britain is wasting its defence budget Declassified UK15:10 6-Jan-25
Rattled Putin dispatches top general to Kursk as Ukraine launches new offensive in Russian… MailOnline09:06 6-Jan-25
UK to buy more nuclear sub heat exchangers from Naval Group UK Defence Journal17:37 4-Jan-25
Ministry of Defence is blasted for blowing millions on taxis and chauffeurs amid savage cuts to … MailOnline10:23 4-Jan-25
Chris McEleny: Process is important for establishing our rights The National, Scotland05:33 4-Jan-25
UK's new quantum atomic clock to be deployable for military operations in next… IHS Jane's21:49 3-Jan-25
Thousands of British troops to lead major NATO exercise in Eastern Europe GOV.UK (Press Release)16:24 3-Jan-25
Hundreds of troops to join Nato exercise in response to Russia The News, Portsmouth16:20 3-Jan-25
UK MoD develops quantum clock Army Technology13:07 3-Jan-25
Radio wave weapon that costs 10p to fire trialled to destroy drones The News, Portsmouth10:12 3-Jan-25
The Cost of Sovereignty? The Future of Britain’s Defense Industrial Base War on the Rocks08:35 3-Jan-25
Secret lab developing UK's first quantum clock: defence ministry RTL Today15:57 2-Jan-25
Top secret lab develops atomic clock using quantum technology GOV.UK (Press Release)09:53 2-Jan-25
Veterans Minister Al Carns 'enormously grateful and proud' to recieve DSO Forces TV11:08 1-Jan-25
UK special forces troops face prosecution over alleged war crimes in Syria The National, Scotland04:03 1-Jan-25
Nine British special forces troops face possible prosecution over alleged war crimes in Syria MailOnline20:10 31-Dec-24
UK special forces face possible Syria war crimes charges BBC19:16 31-Dec-24
"Another year where bilateral strategic ties bloomed": UK Defence Adviser highlights major… AniNews.in13:57 31-Dec-24
MoD: WW1 machine gun, rifle and pistol among firearms lost or stolen amid calls for "urgent… The News, Portsmouth13:06 31-Dec-24
Mortal Morpheus Armada International08:14 31-Dec-24
Dstl experts recognised in the King's New Year Honours 2025 GOV.UK (Press Release)22:48 30-Dec-24
The Military Division of the New Year Honours 2025 GOV.UK (Press Release)22:38 30-Dec-24
UK continues to step up for Ukraine as new funding announced to bring war criminals to justice GOV.UK (Press Release)00:08 29-Dec-24
UK To Train Hundreds More Ukrainian Soldiers In Mental Health First Aid For Combat GOV.UK (Press Release)13:28 28-Dec-24
Machine gun, pistol and hundreds of devices lost by Ministry of Defence Sky News13:08 27-Dec-24
UK successfully tests radio frequency directed energy weapon IHS Jane's09:34 27-Dec-24
Machine guns and pistols among firearms lost by MoD BBC00:07 27-Dec-24
Best images of the military in 2024 - from Red Arrows to ceremonial duties and more Forces TV10:15 26-Dec-24
The British Army is trialing radio waves to zap drones out of the sky – at 13 cents per shot TechSpot00:43 26-Dec-24
UK reacts to Punjab Police claims on British soldier’s terror activities Hindustan Times06:03 25-Dec-24
UK trials 'game changing' drone swarm killing weapon that costs 13 cents a shot Tom's Hardware Guide17:25 24-Dec-24
Who can join Britain's armed forces as MoD reveals one fifth unfit to fight i News16:49 24-Dec-24
Britain to award £7.5m for long-range drone strike systems UK Defence Journal15:01 24-Dec-24
Over 10,000 armed forces personnel not medically fit for war, MoD says The Independent11:24 24-Dec-24
More than 10,000 members of UK armed forces ‘not medically deployable’ Yahoo! UK & Ireland10:42 24-Dec-24
Lack of dental check-ups partly behind undeployable troops numbers – ex-minister Evening Standard10:10 24-Dec-24
Royal Navy: HMS Bulwark could be sold to Brazil as talks start with MoD for former flagship,… The News, Portsmouth09:54 24-Dec-24
Over 10,000 armed forces personnel not medically fit for wat, MoD says The Independent09:52 24-Dec-24
One-fifth of Britain's Armed Forces are not fully fit to fight a war as Ministry of Defence… MailOnline09:08 24-Dec-24
MoD: More than 10k Royal Navy, Army and RAF personnel "not medically deployable" as Keir… The News, Portsmouth09:04 24-Dec-24
Munitions planning informed by operational analysis GOV.UK (Press Release)08:45 24-Dec-24
One fifth of British armed forces 'unfit to fight', Ministry of Defence admits LBC News05:55 24-Dec-24
Over 10,000 in armed forces ‘not medically deployable’, Ministry of Defence says Evening Standard00:29 24-Dec-24
UK MoD says ‘no plans to cancel' Morpheus communications project despite delays IHS Jane's21:23 23-Dec-24
Work continues behind the scenes for Britain’s new destroyer UK Defence Journal15:15 23-Dec-24
UK contracts Foreland Shipping for strategic sealift IHS Jane's09:20 23-Dec-24
British soldiers successfully test drone killer radiowave weapon for first time GOV.UK (Press Release)00:03 23-Dec-24

      
            
      
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