Healey promises to tackle blockers to private investment into defence industry
The Defence Secretary wants to attract more investment into companies that supply the UK military.
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USA US Defence Secretary orders gender-neutral fitness standards for all combat arms roles
The US military has been told to scrap gender-based fitness standards for combat arms roles, with Pete Hegseth insisting no benchmarks will ...
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Politics Is it time for the UK to rethink its policy on the use of anti-personnel landmines?
Former Defence Secretary Sir Ben Wallace is one of those urging the UK to pull out of the Ottawa Treaty – limiting the use of landmines.
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Politics Government to build 100,000+ homes on surplus defence land, Defence Secretary says
Surplus MOD land will be released to build thousands of new homes, while a new taskforce attempts to develop the land quickly.
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Politics No British personnel at risk from US security leak, defence minister tells MPs
Luke Pollard rules out any risk to UK personnel after US national security details were leaked from a group chat by a US journalist.
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Politics Ex-Defence Secretary backs report urging UK to withdraw from anti-landmine treaty
Sir Ben Wallace argues the restrictions curbed Britain's ability to help Ukraine after the full-scale Russian invasion.
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Navy Healey warns the UK's nuclear deterrent is 'ultimate guarantor' during submarine visit
The new Dreadnought nuclear submarines are set to be the most powerful and technically advanced ever used by the Royal Navy.
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Ukraine Sitrep: What is the reality of a ceasefire for troops on the ground in Ukraine?
The US and Ukraine have called for a full, immediate and unconditional 30-day ceasefire.
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Politics 'Fortune favours the brave' Mission: Everest team attempts summit like never before
Minister Al Carns' challenge has never been done before and, if successful, will be the fastest-ever ascent of Mount Everest.
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Politics Healey set to push for closer defence ties in Europe and a future for Ukraine
The Defence Secretary and his counterparts from France, Germany, Italy and Poland are discussing ways to strengthen deterrence through Nato.
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Opinion Tackling toxic cultures and taking steps to keep personnel safe would help retention issues
Solicitor Natasha Mason says military personnel are reluctant to pursue complaints and are disheartened about continuing to serve.
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Russia Russia puts Kyiv's forces under pressure ahead of key talks on peace plan
Russian forces are making gains in Ukrainian-held parts of Kursk, seizing several villages and seeking to encircle thousands of troops.
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Politics Strategic Defence Review: What it is and how it may affect the Armed Forces
The SDR is being led externally for the first time, unlike previous defence reviews that have been conducted by the Government.
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News Raising defence spending to 2.5% of GDP is just the starting gun, says Armed Forces Minister
Luke Pollard insists the Armed Forces must be allowed to modernise and adapt so the UK can stay safe at home and strong abroad.
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Politics Placing Churchill bust in Trump's office is not a sign of special relationship, says Soames
Churchill's grandson goes one step further - suggesting elements in the Trump administration despise their European allies.
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Opinion Measure of defence spend should be changed from percentage of GDP to a new formula
Steve Prest argues that the measurement of defence spending should be reformed to improve defence policy.