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Comedian Al Murray And WW2 Historian James Holland Issue Plea To Battle Covid Mental Health Crisis With Best Of British Military Banter, As They Launch Walking Home For Christmas 2020

Comedian Al Murray and WW2 Historian James Holland have challenged the UK public to supply their best military jokes and…

20th November 2020
Article A promotional banner shows a soldier and a man in sunglasses, advertising leadership and management qualifications for those transitioning from Military service, including Royal Navy personnel.

New CMI Training Partner To Deliver ELCAS Funded Leadership & Management Courses

A warm welcome to our new training partner, Force Four Training. Force Four are an award winning CMI training provider,…

19th November 2020
Article A soldier in Army combat gear fires a weapon at night, muzzle flash and smoke lighting up the dark sky; the area around him includes vegetation, military equipment, and hints of a Pathfinder mission underway.

PM Boris Johnson To Invest £16.5 Billion Into Armed Forces

The UK’s Armed Forces are set to receive a £16.5 billion increase in the defence budget in what would be…

19th November 2020
Article A green planet with glowing clouds is set against a purple nebula and starry background in space, representing the cutting-edge advancements in UK Space Defence, a sector benefitting from a £1.4 billion investment.

Winners Of International Space Pitch Day Revealed

UK & US mark several international firsts for military innovation. The winners of the inaugural International Space Pitch Day were…

18th November 2020
Article A man in civilian clothes faces four uniformed Military soldiers standing in line inside a large indoor facility with people seated in the background.

The Defence Secretary Visits Armed Forces Personnel On Deployment To Liverpool Today

Defence Secretary, Rt Hon Ben Wallace MP visited Liverpool and the military personnel supporting DHSC and local authorities roll out…

17th November 2020
Article A grey military helicopter flies over the ocean near a coastline under a partly cloudy sky, showcasing the strength and skill of our army veterans.

UK Aid And Military Support Sent To Central America In Wake Of Hurricane Eta

The UK is providing vital humanitarian support to countries in Central America following Hurricane Eta, which has caused widespread destruction…

16th November 2020
Article Several people in camouflage hazmat suits and gas masks, possibly Army veterans, stand and interact outdoors, appearing to participate in a decontamination or resettlement safety drill.

The Scots Guards Have Been Making Their Final Preparations Ahead Of Their Deployment On Operation Shader

Members of 1st Battalion Scots Guards go through stages of decontamination after a chemical attack scenario during Ex SHADER TEMPEST.…

15th November 2020
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Manchester United Gives Free Access To MUTV To UK Armed Forces

Manchester United has become the first Premier League football club to stream its dedicated club channel, MUTV, free of charge…

13th November 2020
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Tapping Into The 50,000+ Strong Network Of Military Spouses

With remote working becoming the new normal, employers across the country are opening their eyes to a little-known, previously overlooked…

12th November 2020
Article A uniformed military guard plays a bugle while other guards salute near a black fence with gold crowns and red poppy wreaths on the ground; ornate building in the background.

The Army Marks Cenotaph Centenary With A Sound From The Trenches

One hundred years ago thousands gathered in Whitehall to witness the unveiling of the Stone Cenotaph 100 years ago by…

12th November 2020
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If You Read One Book This Year Make It This One – Jay Morton’s Soldier

I get sent a lot of books in my role as editor, you could say it was one of the…

11th November 2020
Article A field of red poppies at sunset with the text: "bfbs Words of Remembrance. Honour Military service—send your Words of Remembrance to: remembrance@bfbs.com.

BFBS Launches Digital Map Of Conflicts To Mark Remembrance Day

This Remembrance Day most of us will not be able to attend Remembrance services due to the restrictions in place…

11th November 2020