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Former Foreign Secretary Says UK Public Needs A “Philosophical Reset” On Defence
Defence
Former Foreign Secretary Says UK Public Needs A “Philosophical Reset” On Defence
James Cleverly, the former foreign and home secretary, has called for a “philosophical reset” in how the British public views national defence, arguing that the country must be prepared to defend its values through both diplomacy and military strength.
The Royal Navy is in good hands under General Sir Gwyn Jenkins
Defence
By Lord Sarfraz
The Royal Navy is in good hands under General Sir Gwyn Jenkins
For the first time in our history, a General is the new head of the Royal Navy, while an Admiral is head of the Armed Forces.
Ukraine has shown the way – now Starmer must match their bravery and fund a modern military
Defence
By Ben Wallace MP
Ukraine has shown the way – now Starmer must match their bravery and fund a modern military
It was, as Winston Churchill acknowledged, already a cliché when he used it in The Gathering Storm in 1948. “It is a joke in Britain to say that the War Office is always preparing for the last war.”
Changes To Pensions Could Affect Army Retention, Rachel Reeves Warned
Defence
Changes To Pensions Could Affect Army Retention, Rachel Reeves Warned
Members of the British Armed Forces have warned Chancellor Rachel Reeves that changes to pensions in the Budget would damage the military's “trust” in government and make it harder to keep hold of personnel.
Rishi Sunak Announces Increase In Defence Spending To 2.5% Of GDP By 2030
Defence
Rishi Sunak Announces Increase In Defence Spending To 2.5% Of GDP By 2030
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced an increase in defence spending to 2.5 per cent of GDP by 2030, which he called the "biggest strengthening of our national defence for a generation".
UK Grapples With Uncharted Territory As 'Red Lines' Crossed In Middle East
Defence
UK Grapples With Uncharted Territory As "Red Lines" Crossed In Middle East
Middle East experts have said that the UK is entering "new territory" in addressing escalating conflict in the region, with Foreign Secretary David Cameron faced with making decisions without precedent.
UK Increasing Diplomatic Engagement To End Houthi Attacks On Red Sea
Defence
UK Increasing Diplomatic Engagement To End Houthi Attacks On Red Sea
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said that "diplomatic engagement" would be increased to aid UK and US efforts to end Houthi rebel attacks on ships in the Red Sea, following a second joint airstrike operation targeting Houthi operations.
Former Middle East Minister Says UK Has 'Missed Opportunities' To Bring Stability To Yemen
Defence
Former Middle East Minister Says UK Has "Missed Opportunities" To Bring Stability To Yemen
As the UK and US continue to carry out joint air strikes against the Houthis in Yemen to little avail, former Minister for the Middle East Tobias Ellwood has warned that the UK government must learn from past mistakes in the region.
AI can aid defence, but must be governed by the highest standards
Defence
By Lord Beamish
AI can aid defence, but must be governed by the highest standards
Artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for our future have certainly caught the public’s interest recently, whether it’s curiosity about applications such as ChatGPT or dystopian predictions of a machine-run future.
Conservative MP Robert Courts Elected As Chair Of Defence Committee
Defence
Conservative MP Robert Courts Elected As Chair Of Defence Committee
Conservative MP Robert Courts has been elected as Chair of the Defence Select Committee after Tobias Ellwood resigned over praising the Taliban.
Defence Secretary Agrees To Let Serving Personnel Give Evidence On Poor Housing
Defence
Defence Secretary Agrees To Let Serving Personnel Give Evidence On Poor Housing
The Conservative chair of the defence sub-committee has welcomed Defence Secretary Grant Shapps’s decision to allow serving personnel to give evidence about living in poor quality accommodation.
Further endorsement for Veterans Aid wellbeing model Partner content
Communities
By Veterans Aid
Further endorsement for Veterans Aid wellbeing model
Veterans Aid's Welfare to Wellbeing© model is gaining traction internationally.
Military Warned To Urgently Adapt To Climate Change Threats
Environment
Military Warned To Urgently Adapt To Climate Change Threats
The Ministry of Defence must adapt its strategic resilience to cope with changing demands from climate change, a new defence committee report has warned.
The MoD must do more to improve the treatment of servicewomen
Defence
By Sarah Atherton MP
The MoD must do more to improve the treatment of servicewomen
Two years ago, I chaired the Defence Select Committee’s inquiry into the lived experiences of service women and female veterans. We did not know at that time what a seminal piece of work this would be.
Britain must keep up pressure to end conflict in Sudan
Foreign affairs
By Hilary Benn MP
Britain must keep up pressure to end conflict in Sudan
The fighting that has erupted in Sudan is the result of a bitter power struggle between two generals, and while no one can say for sure who fired the first shot, international efforts to try and broker a ceasefire, at the time of writing, have proved unsuccessful.
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.
Two years on from the military coup, we must step up support for Myanmar’s persecuted health workers
Health
By Dan Poulter MP and Tony Lloyd MP
Two years on from the military coup, we must step up support for Myanmar’s persecuted health workers
Today marks the second anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar. Over the past 730 days, the citizens of Myanmar have faced increasing brutality at the hands of the junta.
Pastimes: Lord West's military paraphernalia
Parliament
By Rosamund Urwin
Pastimes: Lord West's military paraphernalia
In her occasional series, Rosamund Urwin meets up with parliamentarians to discuss how they unwind away from Westminster. Here, Lord West shows off his collection of military paraphernalia
Leidos parliamentary reception demonstrates the “absolutely vital” role of SMEs in UK Defence Partner content
Defence
By Leidos UK and Europe
Leidos parliamentary reception demonstrates the “absolutely vital” role of SMEs in UK Defence
The invasion of Ukraine has once again revitalised the discourse around UK Defence. It was therefore fitting that Leidos UK brought together parliamentarians with SMEs from across the country in the Churchill Room last week for a reception showcasing their critical impact within the sector.
Why I Set Up Black History Walks
Culture
By Tony Warner
Why I Set Up Black History Walks
I set up Black History Walks to prevent the further erasure of our histories
How one former soldier transitioned from the military frontline to the trenches of politics
Defence
By John Johnston
How one former soldier transitioned from the military frontline to the trenches of politics
During 21 years in the army, Scott Awad never expected he would find himself working at the heart of politics.
Honouring murdered MP Sir Henry Wilson
Political parties
By Ian Paisley MP
Honouring murdered MP Sir Henry Wilson
A new plaque is set to be unveiled to mark the 100-year anniversary of Sir Henry Wilson's assassination.
How can we strengthen protections for civilians in 21st century warfare?
Defence
By Baroness Stern and Stewart McDonald MP
How can we strengthen protections for civilians in 21st century warfare?
In 2012, the APPG on Drones was set up in response to growing concerns over the use of armed drones and centred on examining their legal, political and human rights impacts as an emerging tool for military operations. Today, to mark the Group’s new and expanded remit as the APPG on Drones and Modern Conflict, we are delighted to be hosting our first UK-US legislator’s dialogue on strengthening the protection of civilians in armed conflict.
We need to start taking problem gambling in the military as seriously as alcohol abuse
Health
By Lord Bishop of St Albans
We need to start taking problem gambling in the military as seriously as alcohol abuse
We expect the government to do right by our armed forces; to protect them during active duty and care for them as veterans. As a nation we have enshrined this in the Armed Forces Covenant. Each year the public express their gratitude on Remembrance Day. These tributes, however, should not begin and end on November 11th. We need world class welfare support services for all those in the military.