BAE Systems lands contract to build Aussie nuclear-powered submarines creating 1,170 UK jobs March 21, 2024 The UK and Australia have appointed manufacturer BAE Systems for a multibillion-pound contract to build a fleet of next generation nuclear-powered submarines in a boost for Britain's defence sector.
Barclays and Legal & General under fire for investing billions in arms companies March 4, 2024 Barclays and Legal & General have come under scrutiny for being among the top 10 major European investors in arms companies, both investing billions in the sector every year.
Second World War bomb taken out to sea after mass evacuation February 24, 2024 A 500kg Second World War bomb discovered in a back garden, which prompted “one of the largest UK peacetime evacuation operations”, has been safely taken out to sea. Around 30 of the armed forces’ most experienced bomb disposal specialists had worked around the clock since Tuesday to assess the condition of the device since it [...]
Chemring reports record backlog ahead of annual meeting as higher defence spending benefits group February 23, 2024 The increase in numbers and positive outlook comes despite weather conditions impacting manufacturing operations in certain locations
Over 60 MPs call for Sir Lindsay Hoyle to quit as Speaker over Gaza vote February 22, 2024 Over 60 MPs have called for Sir Lindsay Hoyle to resign as Speaker of the House of Commons following a row over votes on an Israel-Gaza ceasefire.
UK hints at fresh sanctions after Navalny’s death in Russia February 18, 2024 The UK could launch fresh sanctions against Russia in response to the death of jailed Russian dissident Alexei Navalny, the foreign secretary hinted.
Starmer set to attend major Munich security conference February 17, 2024 Sir Keir Starmer is expected to be at a major security conference in Germany on Saturday for talks and meetings with world leaders.
BAE Systems gets green light for £4.4bn Ball Aerospace acquisition February 14, 2024 Regulators have given BAE Systems the green light for its blockbuster £4.4bn acquisition of Ball Aerospace.
Babcock: UK military manufacturer scoops £75m contract for British army training February 6, 2024 The defence firm will provide individual trade and technical training in a seven year deal which will start in April.
Minister insists military is ‘ready’ after report warns UK too weak for war with Russia February 4, 2024 A government minister has insisted the UK’s military services “are ready to be there” after a report claimed Britain was too weak to conduct a war with Russia.