Independent Veterans Advisor to UK Ministers visits Veterans UK

Mr David Richmond CBE, an ex-serving member of the Armed Forces himself, visited Veterans UK last week and met with staff from multiple business areas.




New maritime security strategy to target latest physical and cyber threats

5-year strategy launched to enhance maritime technology, innovation and security and reduce environmental damage.




Highlands and Islands play ‘key role’ in UK defence

Key defence sites in western Scotland were visited by UK Defence Procurement Minister, Jeremy Quin, to meet personnel and tour the facilities.




Lieutenant General Sharon Nesmith becomes Deputy Chief of the General Staff

She becomes the first female British Army officer to hold the rank of Lieutenant General and occupy this prestigious role.




UK and allies agree expanded International Fund for Ukraine support

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace met counterparts from Ukraine, Denmark and other key allies and partners in Copenhagen to discuss plans for long-term military support for Ukraine’s defence against Russia’s invasion