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After a review of Non-Departmental Public Bodies, the Defence Scientific Advisory Council (DSAC) was reclassified from an Advisory Non-Departmental Public Body to an Expert Committee in October 2016.The replacement body, known as the Defence Science Expert Committee (DSEC) will continue...
New defence innovation body to deliver cutting-edge military tech to British troops and create highly skilled jobs across the UK.
The Armed Forces’ Pay Review Body (AFPRB) provides independent advice to the Prime Minister and the Secretary of State for Defence on the pay and charges for members of the Naval, Military and Air Forces of the Crown. AFPRB is...
Innovative technology will reach the hands of military personnel faster, as the work of the new UK Defence Innovation (UKDI) organisation kicks off today with its formal establishment.
Defence Secretary John Healey co-chairs the first Defence Industrial Joint Council meeting today, bringing together defence firms, trade unions and investors to forge a new partnership aimed at improving warfighting readiness, driving innovation and boosting British jobs.
Ownership of the Ministry of Defence Art Collection transferred to museums and public bodies in 2017.
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