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The SPA is the military equivalent of the Crown Prosecution Service and is responsible for the prosecution of service offences.
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Tri-Service Major global deployment and instability in Europe look set to keep military busy in 2025
The Chief of the Defence Staff says 2025 looks busy, likely dominated by Ukraine as well as the instability in the Middle East and Pacific.
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News New Year Honours 2025: Full list of military personnel who will receive awards
More than 100 members of the Armed Forces are awarded honours by His Majesty the King in the annual New Year Honours list.
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Tri-Service Military year in review: Armed Forces chiefs take a look back on busy 2024
The head of the Armed Forces, the Navy, Army and RAF told BFBS Forces News their stand-out moments of the last 12 months.
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Sport Inter Services, Invictus Games and more: Forces sport events to watch out for in 2025
The key events for your calendar in 2025 for Forces sport.
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Tri-Service Best images of the military in 2024 - from Red Arrows to ceremonial duties
Here are some of the best moments caught on camera by troops, sailors and aviators throughout what has been an incredible year.
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Tri-Service Where are the 10,000 UK Armed Forces personnel deployed around the world this Christmas?
Thousands of members of the Armed Forces are continuing to work over Christmas, with 60 operations underway across 44 countries.
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Politics Troops missing dental checks contribute to 10,000+ not fit to fight a war, ex-minister says
Former defence minister James Heappey says that non-deployable personnel's medical status would change if Britain was at war.
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Equestrian Gunner Charlotte Pudge sees off RAF challenger to win Forces showjumping final
A speedy final run saw Gnr Pudge just pip Flight Lieutenant Michelle Randall to this trophy.
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Tri-Service Military leaders send festive message of thanks to personnel and families for Christmas
In a message recorded by BFBS Forces News, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin wished a Happy Christmas to all personnel and those who support them.
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Equestrian Military equestrian's big stage: Showjumpers prepare to battle for top spot
You can watch the forces showjumping final live on the BFBS Forces News YouTube channel on Friday.
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Politics Healey pledges MOD will work quickly to fix issues following homes buyback
The Defence Secretary says the homes buyback is a step towards addressing the dire state of military housing and boosting economic growth.
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Tri-Service Deputy defence chief admits concerns about Armed Forces' ability to sustain the fight
Lieutenant General Sir Robert Magowan, Deputy Chief of the Defence Staff, tells the Defence Committee there are areas of operational risk.
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Tri-Service Prince of Wales sends support for Welsh Guards captain and team on World's Toughest Row
Prince William took the time to write to Team V3nture to wish them and the other members of the team 'the very best of luck'.
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Football UK Armed Forces footballers win Kentish Cup after hard fought Dutch victory
They've retained the trophy in the Netherlands after a 2-1 win.
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Football Watch both UK Armed Forces 2024 Kentish Cup clashes in full again
The UK Armed Forces men's football team defended their crown in the Netherlands.