Army to roll out AI-enabled radios, headsets and tablets under £86m contract
British Army soldiers are set to receive thousands of new AI-capable radios, headsets and tablets designed to speed up battlefield…
Student skills investment to boost UK defence industry
Britain’s defence industry is set to benefit from an £80 million investment aimed at expanding student places on courses critical…
Life after service: security and defence
For many leaving the Armed Forces, a stable career path and a sense of purpose are paramount. The security and…
Should routes to settlement be shortened for Armed Forces personnel?
The Armed Forces Families Federation (AFF) is gathering evidence to submit to government as part of a consultation on whether…
Review launched to overhaul single living accommodation for 80,000 service personnel
An independent review has been launched into the condition of single living accommodation used by around 80,000 service personnel in…
RNRMC appoints Mandy Lindley as Deputy Chief Executive Officer
The Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) has appointed Mandy Lindley as its new Deputy Chief Executive Officer, following…
Armed Forces pensions and State Pensions are separate… aren’t they?
Mary Petley of the Forces Pension Society explains how Armed Forces pensions for some are linked with the State (or…
Key questions when considering a franchise
When starting your franchise journey, it’s important to get to know your franchisor and their business. Here, we share some…
Cutting-edge drone degree unveiled to train next generation of military engineers
A new defence-focused undergraduate degree aimed at training future drone specialists will launch in Hereford in 2026, as the UK…
New digital medical records to speed up Armed Forces recruitment
A new digital medical records system integrated with the NHS is set to cut recruitment delays for the Armed Forces,…
How SSAFA helps make parental mental wellbeing part of everyday family life overseas
Living overseas can bring added pressures for parents in Armed Forces families, particularly during pregnancy and early parenthood. Separation from…
£279m investment announced for new base for Army cyber regiment in Gloucestershire
The Ministry of Defence has signed a £279 million contract to build new accommodation and specialist facilities for the Army’s…
