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UK Has Evacuated More Than 300 People From Sudan With More Flights Planned
UK Has Evacuated More Than 300 People From Sudan With More Flights Planned
Defence
More than 300 people have been evacuated by the UK from Sudan as part of British efforts to help people escape the region following the outbreak of violence, Downing Street has confirmed.
Top Stories: Rishi Sunak Urges G7 Leaders To 'Move Faster' In Arming Ukraine, Boris Johnson Increases Pressure To Send British Jets
Defence
Top Stories: Rishi Sunak Urges G7 Leaders To "Move Faster" In Arming Ukraine, Boris Johnson Increases Pressure To Send British Jets
Top Stories: Inflation Falls, Labour Apologises For Antisemitism, MoD In 'Uphill Battle' Over Budget
Defence
Top Stories: Inflation Falls, Labour Apologises For Antisemitism, MoD In "Uphill Battle" Over Budget
Top Stories: 'Possible' Chinese Spy Balloons Flown Over UK, Labour Attacks Government Spending
Brexit
Top Stories: "Possible" Chinese Spy Balloons Flown Over UK, Labour Attacks Government Spending
Boris Johnson Urges Rishi Sunak To Send Jets To Ukraine After Historic Zelensky Speech
Defence
Boris Johnson Urges Rishi Sunak To Send Jets To Ukraine After Historic Zelensky Speech
Ukrainian President Zelensky Thanks UK For Support In Historic Westminster Speech
Defence
Ukrainian President Zelensky Thanks UK For Support In Historic Westminster Speech
Top Stories: Keir Starmer Questions Why Dominic Raab Is Still In Post, Unions Warn Of More Strikes
Defence
Top Stories: Keir Starmer Questions Why Dominic Raab Is Still In Post, Unions Warn Of More Strikes
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International perspective highlights complexity of veterans' issues Partner content
Communities
By Veterans Aid
International perspective highlights complexity of veterans' issues
Britain must face hard truths to become a global force for good once more
Defence
By Dan Jarvis MP
Britain must face hard truths to become a global force for good once more
AUKUS will support our industries, strengthen our security and defend our values
Defence
By Alex Chalk MP
AUKUS will support our industries, strengthen our security and defend our values
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Deeply problematic and toxic culture in Westminster cannot go on
Deeply problematic and toxic culture in Westminster cannot go on
By Debbie Abrahams MP
Parliament
The King’s coronation showed the world Britain treats the Jewish community with dignity and respect
The King’s coronation showed the world Britain treats the Jewish community with dignity and respect
By Baroness Merron
Communities
Pacy and provocative: John Nicolson reviews 'Why Politics Fails'
Pacy and provocative: John Nicolson reviews 'Why Politics Fails'
By John Nicolson MP
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After Ukraine, Britain’s defence plans need a reboot
Defence
By Lord Coaker
After Ukraine, Britain’s defence plans need a reboot
There are key moments in history when everything changes. The geopolitical landscape is forged by these moments – the signing of the Treaty of Versailles, the Cuban missile crisis, the fall of the Berlin Wall, or 9/11.
Committee Corridor: Tom Tugendhat on Ukraine, Afghanistan and failures of leadership
Defence
By Sienna Rodgers
Committee Corridor: Tom Tugendhat on Ukraine, Afghanistan and failures of leadership
Conservative MP, former soldier and foreign affairs specialist Tom Tugendhat is the host of a new podcast about Commons committees. He talks to Sienna Rodgers about the war in Ukraine, Afghanistan and failures of leadership
Northern Ireland legacy legislation lacks support of the people it is supposed to serve
Defence
By Adrian O’Neill
Northern Ireland legacy legislation lacks support of the people it is supposed to serve
A partnership approach between the British and Irish governments was at the heart of the Good Friday Agreement. Since 1998, that partnership has delivered durable solutions on various challenges. In contrast, unilateralism has divided parties and polarised communities.
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The UK must strengthen its resilience to stand up to threats from autocratic states
Defence
By Alicia Kearns MP
The UK must strengthen its resilience to stand up to threats from autocratic states
His Majesty has ascended the throne in an increasingly volatile period. Threats from autocratic states will dominate the coming decades; with Russia’s savage and illegal war in Ukraine, volatility in the Western Balkans and within allied nations, and China threatening our freedoms, security and prosperity.
Time to give the lion its roar – better statecraft means Britain can punch above its weight again
Defence
By Tobias Ellwood MP
Time to give the lion its roar – better statecraft means Britain can punch above its weight again
In 2017, as a foreign office minister, I proposed 3 Commando Brigade should protect the key port of Hudaydah in Yemen under a UN mandate, allowing its huge port cranes to offload vital aid for the millions caught up in the civil war.
Global Britain is in retreat – we must assert our soft power and invest in our armed forces
Defence
By Dan Jarvis MP
Global Britain is in retreat – we must assert our soft power and invest in our armed forces
The United Kingdom is interdependent, interwoven, and inextricably linked to the rest of the world in our challenges, opportunities and responsibilities. This is a principle leaders of our great nation should understand and live-by. The notion that we can be masters of our own destiny by ignoring these truths is pure fantasy.
International recognition for UK veterans' charity Partner content
Defence
By Veterans Aid
International recognition for UK veterans' charity
Military veterans from more than 60 countries pledged their commitment to respecting peace and security, diversity and the wellbeing of the ex-service community when they met for the 2023 World Veterans Congress in Belgrade. The March Congress incorporated the 30th World Veterans Federation General Assembly and was facilitated with the co-operation of SUBNOR of Serbia.
We are calling for evidence to see how AI could determine the future of warfare
Defence
By Lord Lisvane
We are calling for evidence to see how AI could determine the future of warfare
The House of Lords Committee on Artificial Intelligence in Weapon Systems has just launched its call for evidence.
Veterans Aid CEO becomes Honorary Professor Partner content
Defence
By Veterans Aid
Veterans Aid CEO becomes Honorary Professor
Dr Hugh Milroy, CEO of the charity Veterans Aid, has been appointed Honorary Professor in Social Work at the University of East Anglia.
My Week In Ukraine
Defence
By Brooks Newmark
My Week In Ukraine
I arrive in Kyiv in time for lunch at my favourite restaurant, “Beef Meat and Wine”. I love Ukrainian beef and order a steak with a salad. The war notwithstanding, many restaurants have remained open and this steak is as close as I can get to a USDA prime cut, but a third of the price.
Only a decisive loss on the battlefield will end Putin’s savage war in Ukraine
Defence
By Lord Dannatt
Only a decisive loss on the battlefield will end Putin’s savage war in Ukraine
Although western intelligence agencies knew of Vladimir Putin’s plans for a lightning strike on Kyiv, and the absorption of Ukraine into a Russian puppet state, it is now crystal clear that the Russian military leadership in the field were totally unaware of the strategic intentions of the Kremlin.
As we mark the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, strong British international leadership is needed now more than ever Partner content
Defence
By Coalition for Global Prosperity
As we mark the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, strong British international leadership is needed now more than ever
The UK still plays a crucial role in defending democracy and preserving Europe's security. Amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the global economic aftershocks caused by Russia's hostile aggression, delegates gathered at the Global Britain Summit to discuss these challenges.
Ukraine’s fight against Putin is our fight and one we cannot afford to lose
Defence
By Lord Robertson
Ukraine’s fight against Putin is our fight and one we cannot afford to lose
When Russian tanks crossed the border of Ukraine on 24 February last year the European order, which had survived seven decades, was shattered.
We have been asleep at the wheel over the threat China poses to our security
Defence
By Lord Alton
We have been asleep at the wheel over the threat China poses to our security
It shouldn’t take the shooting down of spy balloons to wake us up to the increasing threats to United Kingdom security posed by Xi Jinping’s Chinese Communist Party (CCP) dictatorship in Beijing.
Russia must face the highest possible sanctions for unspeakable war crimes in Ukraine
Defence
By Alex Sobel MP and Lesia Vasylenko
Russia must face the highest possible sanctions for unspeakable war crimes in Ukraine
As we come to the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, our attention turns to the deliberate cruelty and violence being wrought on Ukrainian civilians.
Labour Sees No “Political Case” For Rejoining EU Single Market, Ukraine Issues Plea For More Tanks
Brexit
Labour Sees No “Political Case” For Rejoining EU Single Market, Ukraine Issues Plea For More Tanks
Labour leader Keir Starmer has said that there is no “political case” for the UK to rejoin the EU single market, but that he would seek a “closer relationship" with the bloc.
UK defence policy must adapt in the face of new challenges
Defence
By Baroness Anelay
UK defence policy must adapt in the face of new challenges
The United Kingdom enters 2023 facing some of the most serious security circumstances since the Cold War.
Senior Tory MP Warns Army Is Already 'Overstretched' As Soldiers Prepare For Ambulance Strike
Defence
Senior Tory MP Warns Army Is Already "Overstretched" As Soldiers Prepare For Ambulance Strike
Ministers have vowed to become less reliant on the Army to step in during strikes amid growing concern among military figures about the impact on soldiers and military resource.
The UK’s support is critical to establish a special tribunal to prosecute Russian crimes of aggression
Defence
By Aarif Abraham & Anton Korynevych
The UK’s support is critical to establish a special tribunal to prosecute Russian crimes of aggression
It has been almost 10 months since Russia, aided by Belarus, launched one of the largest ground invasions in Europe since the Second World War.
Why accelerating the UK’s space capability is critical to enhance national security, sustainability, and economic strengths Partner content
Defence
By Raytheon UK
Why accelerating the UK’s space capability is critical to enhance national security, sustainability, and economic strengths
There has never been a better moment than now to unlock the full range of benefits that space technology can provide.
Government Warned Making Soldiers Cover Ambulance Strikes Will Worsen Army Recruitment Crisis
Defence
Government Warned Making Soldiers Cover Ambulance Strikes Will Worsen Army Recruitment Crisis
Senior ex-military figures have warned that soldiers being deployed over the picket line to drive ambulances during this month’s strikes will “exacerbate the recruitment crisis” in the Armed Forces.
Destination Space: How can we maximise the UK's potential? Partner content
Defence
By Total Politics Impact
Destination Space: How can we maximise the UK's potential?
The latest issue of The House magazine includes a special report focusing on space. Bringing together parliamentarians and industry experts, as they assemble their ideas to take the British space industry to new heights.
St Louis Grammar School becomes first team from Northern Ireland to claim victory in Raytheon Technologies Quadcopter Challenge Partner content
Education
By Raytheon Technologies
St Louis Grammar School becomes first team from Northern Ireland to claim victory in Raytheon Technologies Quadcopter Challenge
Following months of pitching, preparation and flying, the Raytheon Technologies Quadcopter Challenge crowned Pollution Solution from St Louis Grammar School its 2022 winners last night after a nail-biting final at Royal Air Force College Cranwell.
The National Security Bill will give us the tools needed to counter modern threats
Defence
By Baroness Manningham-Buller
The National Security Bill will give us the tools needed to counter modern threats
Since I joined the Lords in 2008, there has been plenty of legislation designed to strengthen our ability to deal with terrorism, following 9/11.
The Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme has brought deeper understanding of our services across the House
Defence
By James Gray MP
The Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme has brought deeper understanding of our services across the House
The large number of frontbench graduates of the scheme is a testament to its value
How we are building digital knowledge and inspiring cyber careers Partner content
Defence
By Raytheon UK
How we are building digital knowledge and inspiring cyber careers
Raytheon UK’s Cyber Academy workshops are upskilling our veterans to tackle some of the country’s greatest digital threats.
The liberation of Kherson is a significant blow to Putin’s illegal war
Defence
By Lord Risby
The liberation of Kherson is a significant blow to Putin’s illegal war
Russia’s renewed aggression against Ukraine continues to not go according to plan for Vladimir Putin.
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