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Royal Marines and British Army personnel attended the funeral of King Harald V of Norway on Wednesday.
Minister Pollard highlighting the importance of collaboration between government, industry and private finance, to strengthen UK deterrence and drive economic growth.
New UK space strategy to bring government's investment and activity under one plan to drive growth, strengthen security and back everyday technologies
The UK will supply air defence interceptors, large-calibre artillery rounds and drones to help Ukraine defend itself against barbaric Russian attacks this winter, as part of Britain’s commitment to help Ukraine defend its fr…
A new defence centre built with UK expertise opens today in Poland, strengthening the country's air defences and reinforcing NATO’s eastern flank against Russian aggression.
The National Armaments Director (NAD) has appointed Ian Brimicombe as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the NAD Group.
UK Armed Forces have deployed to the remote Arctic island of Jan Mayen alongside Norwegian and US allies, in a demonstration of NATO's enhanced capability to operate jointly in the High North.
RFA Resurgent's keel laying ceremony took place at Navantia UK's Appledore shipyard today, as her sister ships' names, RFA Reliant and RFA Resourceful, were revealed during the ceremony.
More people joined the Regular Armed Forces than left for the fourth consecutive quarter, the longest such run since 2021.
UKDI seeks counter-Uncrewed Aerial System capabilities for development to deployment
The Chief of Defence Logistics and Support (CDLS) has announced the names of the individuals and teams recognised in the CDLS Industry Commendations 2026.
LGBT veterans can apply for restorative measures, including financial recognition payments of up to £70,000.
The NATO submarine rescue system tests global RAF airlift capability in major exercise, keeping UK, France and Norway crews emergency ready.
HMS Bulwark is to be sold to the Brazilian Navy, ending more than two decades of service with the Royal Navy, as UK focus turns to the future of amphibious assault ships.
A MOD-backed UK start-up has developed the UK's first foot-launched military paraglider, which can take off with no runway, helicopter or drop aircraft required.
Cadets are helping young people to develop the skills, confidence and ambition they need for the future, ahead of the UK’s first National Cadets Week.
A landmark AI deal between the UK and Ukraine has been signed today as the two countries join forces to develop new military capabilities and the technology of the future.
Defence Secretary visits Devonport Naval Base to see some of the latest equipment used by the Royal Marines and UK Commando Force.
This report was issued in August 2026 and covers the time period 1 July 2026 to 31 July 2026 inclusive.
UK weapons and ammunition manufacturing jobs rose 51% in 2024/25, part of a wider 26,000 increase in defence-supported roles nationwide.
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