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Johnny Mercer: 'We Need To Bring The Authenticity And Something Genuine Back To Politics'
Defence
By Alain Tolhurst
Johnny Mercer: "We Need To Bring The Authenticity And Something Genuine Back To Politics"
The controversial Overseas Operations Bill forced its way through the Commons unamended, despite claims from campaigners that it legalised torture by the armed forces. It did so in large part due to the combative performances of ex-soldier and veterans minister Johnny Mercer. Alain Tolhurst caught up with him the day after third reading
I had high hopes for the Integrated Review. Then the wheels came off
Defence
By Lord Robertson
I had high hopes for the Integrated Review. Then the wheels came off
If Britain is to project on the world stage and protect at home, the review must be foreign policy led, not Treasury driven
Our Armed Forces cannot be let down again
Defence
By Stephen Morgan MP
Our Armed Forces cannot be let down again
The defence secretary must match his commitments with resources and publish the Integrated Review alongside a multi-year funding settlement
Torture has been illegal in the UK for over 300 years – today the Overseas Operations Bill will overturn this
Defence
By Alistair Carmichael MP
Torture has been illegal in the UK for over 300 years – today the Overseas Operations Bill will overturn this
The Overseas Operations Bill will not deliver adequate protection for our armed forces personnel – rather, it will reduce their rights.
The government's 'war on lawfare' will protect defence people from the cycle of vexatious historic claims
Defence
By Johnny Mercer MP
The government's "war on lawfare" will protect defence people from the cycle of vexatious historic claims
Vexatious allegations can haunt our service men and women for years. The Overseas Operations Bill will introduce a triple lock to protect them, without placing the UK Armed Forces above the law
The Overseas Operations Bill is damaging to both our troops and our international standing
Defence
By Dan Jarvis MP
The Overseas Operations Bill is damaging to both our troops and our international standing
No one deserves to be subject to vexatious allegations, but to renege on our legal obligations would be to fail the brave men and women who serve our country
Defining the future of training Partner content
Defence
By Raytheon UK
Defining the future of training
The pandemic has resulted in a paradigm shift that we need to take on board in terms of the way we spend, the way we design and the way we conduct our training.
Britain cannot afford a defence review that repeats the mistakes of the past
Defence
By John Healey MP
Britain cannot afford a defence review that repeats the mistakes of the past
The greatest threat to our national defence is the continued poor treatment of our military personnel. This review must do more for the men and women of our Armed Forces
The UK must now concentrate on unseen destabilising forces for the Integrated Review
Defence
By Laura Hutchinson, Head of UK Political Intelligence
The UK must now concentrate on unseen destabilising forces for the Integrated Review
The UK is at a crossroads. After almost 50 years of membership, it will leave the European Union and begin a new chapter. From 1 January 2021 , Great Britain will no longer be part of a 28 strong political union – the second largest economy in the world, and the world’s largest trading bloc – but instead a small, sovereign, archipelago in the North Atlantic Ocean.
Reports: Foreign Aid Budget To Be Diverted To Cyber Weapons Amid Ongoing Whitehall Shakeup
Defence
Reports: Foreign Aid Budget To Be Diverted To Cyber Weapons Amid Ongoing Whitehall Shakeup
The Chancellor is reportedly pushing for international aid spending to be diverted towards upgrades to the UK’s intelligence capabilities amid an overhaul of foreign and defence policy.
The Integrated Review must clarify the UK’s approach to security and our position on the world stage
Defence
By Tobias Ellwood MP
The Integrated Review must clarify the UK’s approach to security and our position on the world stage
The defence committee urge the Government to provide greater transparency surrounding who is involved in the Integrated Review and how different aspects will be structured and sequenced.
Number 10 urged to reveal who is driving major defence review or risk undermining its findings
Defence
Number 10 urged to reveal who is driving major defence review or risk undermining its findings
Boris Johnson’s wide-ranging review of the UK’s defence capabilities risks being undermined by a lack of transparency about who is leading it, a committee of MPs have warned.
The golden age is over, we are now entering a new era in UK-Chinese relations
Defence
By Dods Monitoring
The golden age is over, we are now entering a new era in UK-Chinese relations
The Government’s decision to ban new Huawei 5G equipment from December 31st is a watershed moment in UK-Chinese relations.
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace vows to counter space threat from Russia and China
Defence
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace vows to counter space threat from Russia and China
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has vowed to counter threats in space from Russia and China.
MPs slam Ministry of Defence over 'lamentable failure' to deliver crucial armed forces equipment plan
Defence
MPs slam Ministry of Defence over 'lamentable failure' to deliver crucial armed forces equipment plan
A group of influential MPs have hit out at the Ministry of Defence over its "lamentable failure" to deliver a key equipment plan for the UK's armed forces.
Tory MP Mark Francois tells head of the army to overhaul defence or Dominic Cummings will ‘sort you out’
Defence
Tory MP Mark Francois tells head of the army to overhaul defence or Dominic Cummings will ‘sort you out’
Tory MP Mark Francois has warned the UK's most senior army general that Dominic Cummings will “sort you out his own way” if the Ministry of Defence is not reformed.
Defence Secretary insists 'no plan' to slash armed forces following reports troop numbers could be cut by a quarter
Defence
Defence Secretary insists 'no plan' to slash armed forces following reports troop numbers could be cut by a quarter
The Defence Secretary has insisted there are "no plans" to slash the armed forces following reports that troop numbers could be cut by as much as a quarter.
To tackle racism in the Armed Forces, the MoD must actually understand how racism functions within its ranks
Defence
By Jamie Stone MP
To tackle racism in the Armed Forces, the MoD must actually understand how racism functions within its ranks
If the MoD haven’t got all the evidence at their fingertips to inform their strategy to tackle racism going forward, then there is clearly an awful long way to go.
Covid-19 shows that sometimes the worst-case scenario really does happen - we must learn the lessons for defence
Coronavirus
By Julian Lewis MP
Covid-19 shows that sometimes the worst-case scenario really does happen - we must learn the lessons for defence
The coronavirus crisis should serve as a warning not to cut corners when it comes to the safety of our country 
Exclusive: Defence Secretary vows to tackle ‘woeful’ armed forces record on bullying in wake of Black Lives Matter movement
Defence
By Georgina Bailey
Exclusive: Defence Secretary vows to tackle ‘woeful’ armed forces record on bullying in wake of Black Lives Matter movement
The Ministry of Defence must “reset” its “woeful” record on discrimination against black and minority ethnic personnel, Cabinet minister Ben Wallace has declared.
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has been self-isolating for a week after suspected coronavirus infection
Coronavirus
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has been self-isolating for a week after suspected coronavirus infection
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has revealed he has been in self-isolation for the past week as he recovered from a suspected coronavirus infection.
In an era of hybrid warfare, departments must work together to protect Britain
Defence
By Alicia Kearns MP
In an era of hybrid warfare, departments must work together to protect Britain
The Integrated Review demands innovation and forward thinking – and it must focus on keeping our people safe.
Boris Johnson suffers major Tory rebellion over Huawei role in UK's 5G network
Home affairs
Boris Johnson suffers major Tory rebellion over Huawei role in UK's 5G network

Boris Johnson has suffered a major backbench rebellion over the Government's plans to give Huawei a role in the UK's 5G network.
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Economy
By Mineral Products Association
Mineral Products Association: Red diesel could cost our industry £100 million for no environmental benefit

MPA has written to the Chancellor, stressing that removing the rebate will not change fuel choice or reduce environmental impacts until there is a suitable alternative.