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British steel is vital for our national security
Defence
By John Healey MP and Roy Rickhuss CBE
British steel is vital for our national security
In the last few months, the world has changed. Putin’s illegal invasion of Ukraine has shifted the European security order in a way that will have wide-ranging implications for generations to come.
It’s time to increase UK defence spending to 3 per cent
Defence
By Tobias Ellwood
It’s time to increase UK defence spending to 3 per cent
It’s time to review our defence posture and increase our defence spending.
The threat from a nuclear Russia requires global focus on a diplomatic way out of conflict in Ukraine
Defence
By Lord Browne of Ladyton
The threat from a nuclear Russia requires global focus on a diplomatic way out of conflict in Ukraine
We are at a critical moment in Euro-Atlantic security. The unthinkable and unjustifiable horror of Russia’s invasion of its peaceful neighbour, Ukraine, is a reality.
Sanctions won’t stop a war in Ukraine – but they will increase its cost for Putin
Defence
By Leigh Turner
Sanctions won’t stop a war in Ukraine – but they will increase its cost for Putin
The origins of the crisis lie not in Ukraine; but in Russia.
The crisis in Ukraine has exposed our strategic weaknesses
Defence
By Lord Stirrup
The crisis in Ukraine has exposed our strategic weaknesses
Recent events in Ukraine have caused great dismay here in the UK and amongst our friends and allies, and the wider threat to the peace and stability of Europe is obvious.
Nato must meet Russian aggression with determination - and meaningful sanctions
Defence
By Lord Owen
Nato must meet Russian aggression with determination - and meaningful sanctions
President Vladimir Putin’s encirclement of Ukraine has re-established the unity of Nato and brought the people of Ukraine far closer than ever before.
We must not allow Putin’s ‘gangster-regime’ to build an arc of instability around Nato
Defence
By Liam Fox MP
We must not allow Putin’s ‘gangster-regime’ to build an arc of instability around Nato
The situation between Russia and Ukraine is on a knife-edge. Under the iron fist of Vladimir Putin in Moscow, Russia has amassed around 130,000 troops on its border with Ukraine, supporting these with heavy artillery and armoured vehicles, including tanks.
The West needs to look to Putin's next move after Ukraine
Defence
By Keir Giles
The West needs to look to Putin's next move after Ukraine
As Russia continues to build up capabilities for an attack on Ukraine, evidence is growing that urgent warnings from the US of an imminent invasion are not empty alarmism.
Russia has sold the West the dummy over Ukraine
Defence
By Keir Giles
Russia has sold the West the dummy over Ukraine
Russian forces are still poised on the borders of Ukraine. But before any new land invasion starts, Russia is already winning the propaganda war.
Weaponisation Of Space Is “Extremely Worrying”, Warns Defence Committee Chair
Defence
Weaponisation Of Space Is “Extremely Worrying”, Warns Defence Committee Chair
Exclusive: Defence committee chair Tobias Ellwood has said Western powers need to do “some serious thinking” about how to manage space operations after a Russian anti-satellite missile test endangered the crew aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
Security Minister Says Terror Plots Have Shifted Towards 'Self-Radicalised' Individuals
Defence
Security Minister Says Terror Plots Have Shifted Towards "Self-Radicalised" Individuals
The security minister has said there are "concerns" about the trend towards terror attacks being carried out by "self-radicalised" people following the Liverpool bombing.
How the defence industry's advanced technology can help build a 'Global Britain' Partner content
Defence
By Raytheon UK
How the defence industry's advanced technology can help build a 'Global Britain'
This week the main players in the security and defence industry are on the HMS Prince of Wales in Portsmouth for Pacific Future Forum. We caught up with Jeff Lewis, Chief Executive and Managing Director at Raytheon UK, to discuss how the defence industry could play a significant role in helping the Government achieve its ‘Global Britain’ ambitions.
The British military were heroes to the last in Afghanistan – now we must help those we have welcomed, and those left behind
Defence
By Ben Wallace MP
The British military were heroes to the last in Afghanistan – now we must help those we have welcomed, and those left behind
I know many Parliamentary colleagues share my sense of frustration at what has happened in Afghanistan over the past month. In years to come historians will reflect on this moment but there is no doubt in my mind the seeds were laid by a bad deal done in Doha some 18 months beforehand.
The West will need to work with the Taliban to avert humanitarian disaster and defeat ISIS-K
Foreign affairs
By Richard Barrons
The West will need to work with the Taliban to avert humanitarian disaster and defeat ISIS-K
A military machine with a thin political hierarchy, the Taliban has few of the skills required to be a national government. This is not the end of our responsibility to Afghans.
The SNP’s insistence that Trident be removed should be a total non-starter
Defence
By Lord Walney
The SNP’s insistence that Trident be removed should be a total non-starter
The lack of options for moving the UK’s nuclear deterrent outside Scotland means Scottish independence would impact the defence of both countries and jeopardise Scotland’s future membership of Nato.
Lifting Our Sights – the future of transition for the Armed Forces Community Partner content
Defence
By Forces in Mind Trust
Lifting Our Sights – the future of transition for the Armed Forces Community
A shift in perceptions provides the key for our Armed Forces Community to thrive as they transition to civilian life in an ever-changing world.
Regulation puts pressure on the SME backbone of the defence industry Partner content
Defence
By Cohort plc
Regulation puts pressure on the SME backbone of the defence industry
The contributions of UK defence SMEs are tremendous. Burdensome regulation puts this at risk.
As the world becomes more complex and dangerous, the UK must build resilience through technology Partner content
Defence
By Improbable
As the world becomes more complex and dangerous, the UK must build resilience through technology
Now more than ever, it is essential that the UK puts technology at the forefront of its national security strategy.
The armed forces have risen magnificently to Covid - Parliament mustn't waste this opportunity to repay them
Defence
By James Sunderland MP
The armed forces have risen magnificently to Covid - Parliament mustn't waste this opportunity to repay them
As the Armed Forces Bill weaves its way through Parliament, MPs must make the most of this vital opportunity to reflect on the strengths and needs of our armed forces by ensuring that this new legislation is fit for purpose
Ministers must listen to service community concerns on the Armed Forces Bill
Defence
By Stephen Morgan MP
Ministers must listen to service community concerns on the Armed Forces Bill
The Armed Forces Bill Select Committee publishes its report today following a month-long inquiry. While cross-party colleagues and I have welcomed the broad intent of the bill, its shortcomings risk undermining the government’s lofty promises to our service communities.
Government must rethink Army cuts amid growing threat from Russia
Defence
By John Healey MP
Government must rethink Army cuts amid growing threat from Russia
Labour wants to hold the Prime Minister to his manifesto pledge and will force a vote in Parliament, calling on the government to rethink its plans to cut our Armed Forces.
We need a comprehensive security strategy fit for 21st century threats
Defence
By Wera Hobhouse MP
We need a comprehensive security strategy fit for 21st century threats
Current and future threats are not what they used to be. We owe it to the people whose lives have been tragically cut short by Covid, to ensure that when disaster strikes again, we are prepared.
Increase in defence spending is needed to combat growing threat of Russia and China
Defence
By Julian Lewis MP
Increase in defence spending is needed to combat growing threat of Russia and China
Even with an extra £16.4 billion announced in the Integrated Review spread over the next four years, defence spending will be nowhere near the 3 per cent of GDP recommended by the Defence Committee.
UK's Nuclear Weapon Stockpile Set To Expand By More Than 40% Following Fresh Defence Review
Defence
UK's Nuclear Weapon Stockpile Set To Expand By More Than 40% Following Fresh Defence Review
Downing Street are set to scrap a policy aimed at the gradual disarmament of nuclear weapons following a major review into the UK's defence capabilities.