First Sea Lord’s Speech: The Royal Navy in 2017
After 23 years as a member, 2 on the Committee and nearly 6 on the Navy Board, it’s a pleasure to attend Founders Day as First Sea Lord and to […]
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Speech: Coping with Russia
I’m delighted to be here tonight to accept Sir Hew’s invitation to return to my alma mater and speak on the topic of Russian Resurgence. I’m sure it would make […]
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Royal Marines Future Secure in Scotland
45 Commando Remain in Arbroath 45 Commando Royal Marines will remain in Arbroath, according to the UK’s Secretary of Defence, Sir Michael Fallon. Sir Michael’s announcement came as he watched […]
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Update: Air Strikes Against Daesh
Updated: update Summary Tuesday 24 January – A Tornado and Typhoon mission destroyed a car-bomb south-west of Mosul. Wednesday 25 January – Typhoons supported Syrian Democratic Forces west of Raqqa, […]
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£271m Wildcat Helicopter Deal for British Armed Forces
The MOD has signed a £271M deal with Leonardo Helicopters to continue to support world-leading Wildcat helicopters, protecting hundreds of highly-skilled British jobs. The five-year deal with Leonardo will provide […]
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British Soldier Killed in Iraq
It is with great sadness that the Ministry of Defence must announce the death of a soldier of 2nd Battalion the Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment in Taji, Iraq. The soldier, […]
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Life Extension for Challenger 2
BAE Systems and Rheinmetall Land Systeme GmbH have won Ministry of Defence (MOD) contracts for the Challenger 2 Life Extension Project. As the British Army’s Main Battle Tank, it is […]
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