Minister asked to explain the MOD's 'toxic culture' and rise in bullying complaints
Service complaints relating to bullying, harassment and discrimination are on the rise, Labour says.
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Army General Sharon Nesmith becomes new Vice Chief of the Defence Staff
King Charles has approved General Sharon Nesmith's assignment as the Vice Chief of the Defence Staff.
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Opinion Why did Putin replace his top advisor with 'bean counter' at such a crucial time in the war?
While Russia's 'special military operation' continues, Hamish de Bretton-Gordon has examined why Putin replaced his top general with a ...
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Navy What ships and submarines are in the build pipeline for the Royal Navy?
Forces News takes a look at what is known so far about the vessels that are being built for the Royal Navy and Royal Marines.
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Russia Russian defence attache to be expelled from UK as new restrictions take hold
The expulsion announced by the Home Secretary is one of several new measures to combat alleged intelligence-gathering by Russian diplomats.
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Army Exclusive: Housing not good enough, admits PM as he thanks Paras for service at dangerous time
Rishi Sunak was inspecting soldiers from the Parachute Regiment as they passed out at Catterick Garrison.
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Veterans Veterans' Affairs minister apologises as new veteran card not classed as valid voter ID
The veteran ID card is not one of the 22 accepted forms of identification that in-person voters can show when casting their vote.
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News Homes unfit for heroes as landmark report reveals dire state of Armed Forces housing
The report described the current situation as a 'tax on the goodwill' of those serving.
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Politics Sitrep: Is the defence spending increase as big as it seems and where will the money go?
A number of experts discussed the defence spending announcement on the latest episode of the Sitrep podcast.
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Land vehicles Britain and Germany team up to bring Boxer artillery vehicle to the battlefield
An agreement with the German government will help deliver the remote-controlled wheeled artillery system to the Royal Artillery.
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Politics UK announces 2.5% GDP spending on defence, biggest strengthening for a generation
The Prime Minister has promised to increase GDP spending on defence, however some in his party have called for more.
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Politics Prime Minister to appoint senior Royal Marines officer as national security adviser
General Gwyn Jenkins' appointment will mark the first time a top military officer has held the position.
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Politics Rwanda bill passes with promise not to send eligible Afghans who supported UK military
The Safety of Rwanda Bill is expected to receive royal assent in the coming days.
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Ukraine UK pledges record £500m in Ukrainian aid as PM warns Putin won't stop
The latest package will take the total amount of UK aid to Ukraine to £3bn for 2024/5.
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Politics Up to 55,000 former soldiers could be recalled if war breaks out, MOD says
The number liable for recall was revealed by Dr Andrew Murrison, who was responding to written questions.
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Afghanistan Lords delay government's Rwanda bill to safeguard Afghan interpreters from expulsion
The amendment, which says those who have served the British Army should be exempt from deportation, was passed by 247 to 195.