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We owe such much to our valiant armed forces – let’s not take them for granted
Defence
By Tobias Ellwood MP
We owe such much to our valiant armed forces – let’s not take them for granted
Remembrance Day is an opportunity for a grateful nation to give thanks to our valiant armed forces past and present. To express our gratitude for the sacrifices they have made in keeping our nation safe.
Wear your Poppy with Pride: Why Remembrance is Sacrosanct
Communities
By James Sunderland MP
Wear your Poppy with Pride: Why Remembrance is Sacrosanct
At a remarkable event on 5th June 2019, the world came to Portsmouth for the D Day 75 Commemorations. In what hardly seems two summers ago, this proved to a very special remembrance occasion and one that I will not forget.
How the defence industry's advanced technology can help build a 'Global Britain' Partner content
Defence
By Raytheon UK
How the defence industry's advanced technology can help build a 'Global Britain'
This week the main players in the security and defence industry are on the HMS Prince of Wales in Portsmouth for Pacific Future Forum. We caught up with Jeff Lewis, Chief Executive and Managing Director at Raytheon UK, to discuss how the defence industry could play a significant role in helping the Government achieve its ‘Global Britain’ ambitions.
While the West’s powers fight amongst themselves, China is rubbing her hands
Defence
By Tobias Ellwood MP
While the West’s powers fight amongst themselves, China is rubbing her hands
Three months on from the G7, Western unity has taken two sucker punches - withdrawal from Afghanistan and the formation of Aukus - which have left the honeyed words of Carbis Bay looking empty, and given China no end of pleasure.
The Afghan Citizens' Resettlement Scheme is welcome, but we must expand eligibility for family reunion
Foreign affairs
By Caroline Nokes MP
The Afghan Citizens' Resettlement Scheme is welcome, but we must expand eligibility for family reunion
I very much hope this scheme really will be bespoke, fast and generous. The women of Afghanistan do not have the 6 years to get to safety, they probably don’t have 6 months.
It would be a dereliction of duty not to ask what went wrong in Afghanistan
Defence
By Tobias Ellwood MP
It would be a dereliction of duty not to ask what went wrong in Afghanistan
Winning in Afghanistan was always going to be difficult but avoidable errors made it impossible. We should have the political courage to now hold an inquiry.
The MOD's bad habits run deep – it's time for the government to deliver on defence
Defence
By John Healey MP
The MOD's bad habits run deep – it's time for the government to deliver on defence
The government’s integrated review (IR) was billed as the most radical reassessment of the UK’s place in the world since the end of the Cold War.
The MP on the Vax front line
Coronavirus
By Alain Tolhurst
The MP on the Vax front line
Fresh from his 10-week stint leading military vaccination teams, former defence minister and Royal Navy medic Andrew Murrison tells Alain Tolhurst he wants government to grasp the nettle of pandemic planning rather than continue to sacrifice liberty and livelihood with future lockdowns
Northern Ireland: in the balance
Defence
By Adam Payne
Northern Ireland: in the balance
How to deal with Northern Ireland is one the biggest conundrums in the government’s in-tray. Plans to grant amnesty to British soldiers are mired in controversy, while the trade border is continuing to disrupt day-to-day life. Adam Payne reports
Lifting Our Sights – the future of transition for the Armed Forces Community Partner content
Defence
By Forces in Mind Trust
Lifting Our Sights – the future of transition for the Armed Forces Community
A shift in perceptions provides the key for our Armed Forces Community to thrive as they transition to civilian life in an ever-changing world.
Regulation puts pressure on the SME backbone of the defence industry Partner content
Defence
By Cohort plc
Regulation puts pressure on the SME backbone of the defence industry
The contributions of UK defence SMEs are tremendous. Burdensome regulation puts this at risk.
Britain’s Commonwealth-born military veterans must have the right to work in the UK and free access to the NHS
Defence
By Dan Jarvis MP
Britain’s Commonwealth-born military veterans must have the right to work in the UK and free access to the NHS
On 23 June 1944, the men of the 3rd Battalion, Fiji Infantry Regiment were sent on a daring raid deep into enemy territory as part of the Bougainville campaign in the South Pacific.
Armed Forces Day reminds us of the debt we owe to our brave forces
Defence
By Ben Wallace MP
Armed Forces Day reminds us of the debt we owe to our brave forces
Armed Forces Day is a great opportunity to pay tribute to the bravest men and women in our constituencies.
UK Denies Russian Claims It Fired Warning Shots At Royal Navy Vessel In Black Sea
Defence
UK Denies Russian Claims It Fired Warning Shots At Royal Navy Vessel In Black Sea
The UK has refuted claims from the Russian military that it fired warning shots at a British warship in the Black Sea.
Defence minister Leo Docherty: 'Northern Ireland is complicated. If it was easy, we would have done it already'
Defence
By Georgina Bailey
Defence minister Leo Docherty: "Northern Ireland is complicated. If it was easy, we would have done it already"
Leo Docherty, former army captain and minister for defence people and veterans, is bristling with energy and ideas for the armed forces. If only he can figure out who’s going to pay for the Royal Yacht replacement. Georgina Bailey joins him on a trip to Cardiff to see them in action
Visa fees should be waived for all UK armed forces personnel and their families
Defence
By Jamie Stone MP
Visa fees should be waived for all UK armed forces personnel and their families
Excessive fees have prevented many brave veterans from taking up their right to settle in the UK with their families. They deserve better.
Government must resolve AI ethical issues in the Integrated Review
Defence
By Lord Clement-Jones
Government must resolve AI ethical issues in the Integrated Review
The opportunities and risks involved with the development of AI and other digital technologies and use of data loom large in the 4 key areas of the Strategic Framework of the Integrated Review.
The Overseas Operations Bill fails to protect our armed forces
Defence
By John Healey MP
The Overseas Operations Bill fails to protect our armed forces
Ministers treated any criticism to the Overseas Operations Bill as hostile opposition. As a result it fails to protect British forces personnel serving overseas from vexatious litigation and repeat investigations.
The armed forces have risen magnificently to Covid - Parliament mustn't waste this opportunity to repay them
Defence
By James Sunderland MP
The armed forces have risen magnificently to Covid - Parliament mustn't waste this opportunity to repay them
As the Armed Forces Bill weaves its way through Parliament, MPs must make the most of this vital opportunity to reflect on the strengths and needs of our armed forces by ensuring that this new legislation is fit for purpose
Ministers must listen to service community concerns on the Armed Forces Bill
Defence
By Stephen Morgan MP
Ministers must listen to service community concerns on the Armed Forces Bill
The Armed Forces Bill Select Committee publishes its report today following a month-long inquiry. While cross-party colleagues and I have welcomed the broad intent of the bill, its shortcomings risk undermining the government’s lofty promises to our service communities.
Veterans Minister Johnny Mercer Quits Government Claiming It Has 'Abandoned' NI Soldiers
Defence
Veterans Minister Johnny Mercer Quits Government Claiming It Has "Abandoned" NI Soldiers
Veterans' minister and ex-army captain Johnny Mercer has left the government this evening with a stinging resignation letter claiming the government had let down soldiers who served in the Troubles in Northern Ireland.
Government must rethink Army cuts amid growing threat from Russia
Defence
By John Healey MP
Government must rethink Army cuts amid growing threat from Russia
Labour wants to hold the Prime Minister to his manifesto pledge and will force a vote in Parliament, calling on the government to rethink its plans to cut our Armed Forces.
The Integrated Review offers a hint into the UK’s future priorities
Brexit
By Nabil Rastani
The Integrated Review offers a hint into the UK’s future priorities
The Defence Command Paper published on 22 March) offers a glimpse into the UK’s defence doctrine over the coming decade. The Prime Minister has outlined that the Indo-Pacific region will become a focal point for military operations.
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace Refuses To Deny Reports That Troop Numbers Will Be Cut By Almost 10,000
Defence
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace Refuses To Deny Reports That Troop Numbers Will Be Cut By Almost 10,000
The Defence Secretary said the Armed Forces needed to adapt to "changing threats" as he refused to deny that troop numbers could be slashed.