UK defence exports top £20bn in 2025, highest level since records began
The UK secured more than £20bn in defence exports in 2025, the highest total since records began. Major deals include…
Exceptional military personnel recognised in the New Years Honours List
Armed Forces personnel have been recognised in the New Years Honours List for exceptional service, including humanitarian action during Hurricane…
UK and Germany agree £52m deal for new mobile artillery system
The UK and Germany have signed a £52m contract to procure the RCH 155 mobile artillery system, capable of firing…
Armed Forces to pilot year-long ‘Foundation Scheme’ for under-25s in 2026
The Armed Forces will launch a paid year-long “Foundation Scheme” in March 2026, offering around 150 under-25s the chance to…
1,000 military homes upgraded ahead of schedule as housing overhaul accelerates
1,000 of the most dilapidated military homes have been refurbished ahead of schedule, with a further 250 now set for…
UK commits £600m air defence package to Ukraine, including automated counter-drone turrets
The UK has announced a £600m air-defence package for Ukraine, including automated counter-drone turrets, RAVEN and GRAVEHAWK systems, and more…
Primary care data offers new insight into veterans’ health
Researchers have developed a method to identify UK military veterans in primary care data, revealing higher rates of physical and…
Grant to fund new care coordinator for veterans in north west England
Walking With The Wounded has secured a two-year grant to fund a dedicated care coordinator for veterans in north west…
Do it or ditch it: Lead by example
Bev James, CEO of The Academy Group, shares with us the 'Do It! Or Ditch It' approach to leadership...
RNRMC opens new transition grants for working-age veterans
The Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity has launched new transition grants of £1,000 to £30,000 for organisations supporting working-age…
Extra travel support to help 35,000 service personnel get home for Christmas
The UK government is providing travel support to approximately 35,000 Armed Forces personnel this Christmas, enabling junior service members and…
Defence funding helps small businesses scale innovations
Defence funding is helping UK small businesses scale innovations into deployable military technologies while generating jobs and economic value. Since…
