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  • Hangars complete at new Defence college

    Work has completed on three hangars at the new Defence College for Technical Training at MOD Lyneham in Wiltshire.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • UK to increase support to Nigeria

    Prime Minister announces UK to step up support to the Nigerian Forces as part of our global commitment to developing security and stability.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • MOD invests £80 million in new Helicopter simulator equipment

    The Ministry of Defence is investing £80 million in new world-class equipment to help train the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy helicopter pilots and rear crews of the future.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Armed Forces Day: one month to go

    There is one month to go until Armed Forces Day 2015 and plans are well advanced for the upcoming events across the country.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • New surveillance system for future Royal Navy aircraft carriers revealed

    A new helicopter-borne surveillance system has been chosen to protect the Royal Navy’s future Queen Elizabeth Class carriers.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Webinar: introduction to the Centre for Defence Enterprise May 2015

    Access the recording from this webinar held on 19 May to find out about Centre for Defence Enterprise (CDE) research funding opportunities.

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  • CDE webinar: how to submit an effective proposal 15 May 2015

    Join this webinar to hear advice on what makes a good Centre for Defence Enterprise (CDE) proposal.

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  • HMS Bulwark and Merlin helicopters ready for operations in the Mediterranean

    HMS Bulwark and three Merlin helicopters are now ready to operate in the Mediterranean, working closely with the Italian Navy, and coordinated via Rome.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • MOD helicopter contract will sustain more than 1,000 UK jobs

    The MOD has awarded a helicopter support contract worth £580 million to AgustaWestland, sustaining more than 1,000 jobs across the UK.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • New recognition for Reserve and Regular military service

    Reserve forces will be rewarded for their commitment with a new post nominal award, while regulars may receive a new Long Service medal.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK troops to train moderate Syrian opposition

    The Defence Secretary has announced that the UK will provide military training to Syrian moderate opposition forces.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Webinar: introduction to the Centre for Defence Enterprise

    Join this webinar to find out more about Centre for Defence Enterprise (CDE) research funding opportunities.

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  • MOD announces appointment of the Chief Executive for Defence Equipment and Support

    The MOD is pleased to announce the appointment of Tony Douglas as the Chief Executive of Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S).

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • MOD announces contract to run military logistics

    The Ministry of Defence has announced today that it intends to sign a 13-year logistics programme contract with Leidos following successful negotiations.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Defence Secretary discusses regional defence on Romania visit

    Defence Secretary Michael Fallon visits Romania to discuss regional defence and ongoing allegiances.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • What makes a Royal Marine Reservist?

    Training to become a Royal Marine Reservist takes hard work and commitment. What sort of person is prepared for all the sacrifice?

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Partnering with Defence Employer Conference 2015

    The inaugural Partnering with Defence Employer Conference was held on 11 March 2015 at the Barbican, London.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • MOD announces investment in upgrading helicopter fleet

    The MOD has delivered some of the most technologically advanced and well supported helicopter fleets in the world over the last year.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Army top dogs in Reserves recruitment

    British Army continues to ‘lead the way’ in military innovation with the creation of a Reserve Military Working Dog Unit.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister for reserves urges industry to support Armed Forces

    Minister for Reserves Julian Brazier urged UK industry to get behind the Armed Forces during a visit to Portsmouth Naval Base today (March 5).

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government