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UK and Germany sign new contract for world-leading bridging equipment in latest milestone for landmark defence partnership
Britain's security will be strengthened through a new defence agreement signed with Qatar.
The lives of two Second Lieutenants who served in the Bedfordshire Regiment in World War 1 have finally been commemorated. Their identification as officers of the Bedfordshire Regiment was made from their boots, clothing and…
The hrave of Reginald Clarence Rogers MM (Military Medal), who was born in Kent, has now been marked at Serre Rd No.2 Cemetery, France, whilst Thomas William Brogan, born in Surrey, has been commemorated in a special service…
Thousands of skilled UK jobs have been secured for years to come as the UK and Türkiye sign a deal worth up to £8 billion for 20 UK Typhoon fighter jets – the biggest fighter jet exports deal in a generation.
Welsh communities are benefiting from significant defence investment that is backing high-quality careers across the nation.
Haslingden born soldier, Lance Corporal Fred Ramsbottom, has been laid to rest in France more than a century after his death.
Four Grimsby men of the Lincolnshire Regiment who served together, have finally been commemorated more than 100 years after their death. Relatives of the soldiers were in attendance at the burial, bringing closure to the fa…
Defence Secretary John Healey hosted his German counterpart, Boris Pistorius, at RAF Lossiemouth today
New measures will look to ensure that UK defence investment — even with overseas companies — benefits British business, British jobs and British skills
Hundreds of students in the north-west are set to gain valuable digital skills through a new expansion programme.
Announcement continues UK’s longstanding support to Kosovo both bilaterally and through NATO
Defence Secretary John Healey MP gave the Lord Mayor’s Mansion House Defence and Security Lecture on Monday 20 October 2025.
This report was issued in October 2025 and covers the time period 1 September 2025 to 30 September 2025 inclusive.
The remains of an unknown British and an unknown German soldier have been laid to rest together near Ypres on the Western Front.
Veterans can now apply for and download a secure digital version of the HM Armed Forces Veteran Card via the GOV.UK One Login app.
Update to Statement on UK military activity in the Eastern Mediterranean
Britain's strategic partnership with India continues to grow as the powerful UK-led Carrier Strike Group (CSG25) conducted military drills with the Indian Armed Forces, completing a successful visit to India as part of i…
The UK Defence Secretary, John Healey MP reiterates Government’s steadfast support for her family’s long and painful fight for justice.
The newly-established Longtown storage facility will house mission critical equipment, from body armour to spare parts with on-site rail network ensuring faster delivery to frontline forces and reduce costs.
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