Opinion Section

Britain could soon lose control of its defence industry

The US want to lead the industry – and they've got the market to be the leader argues Keith Hartley, Emeritus Professor of Economics, University of York.

How we defeat the drones

The blossoming of drones is not unlike that of the development of aircraft in the First World War argues Lt Col Stuart Crawford.

NAVAL NEWS

French Hawkeye deploys to Romania from carier

A French E-2C Hawkeye, an airborne early warning and control aircraft, completed a mission over Romania as part of NATO’s Neptune Strike 24-1 exercise.

Royal Navy to boost ‘Digital Capabilities’ with new contract

The Royal Navy is set to enhance its digital technology systems through a new contract with Sierra Nevada Corporation – Mission Systems UK.

All major Royal Navy warships now being built in Scotland

Scotland has become the hub for constructing all of the Royal Navy's escort vessels.

AVIATION NEWS

Defence Secretary makes incorrect claim over RAF numbers

Despite a claim by the Defence Secretary that the RAF has greater lift capacity today than at any point since World War II, the transport fleet has 16% less capacity than it did last year after 15 transport aircraft were withdrawn.

Italian Eurofighters patrol Polish skies

The Italian Air Force has been actively collaborating with Polish forces to strengthen regional security and showcase the Alliance's unity.

French Hawkeye deploys to Romania from carier

A French E-2C Hawkeye, an airborne early warning and control aircraft, completed a mission over Romania as part of NATO’s Neptune Strike 24-1 exercise.

LAND NEWS

The indispensable role of the Royal Logistic Corps

Without the vital services and skills provided by the RLC, the British Army would struggle to function.

MOD equal pay audit shows ‘negligible’ gender pay gap

According to a report, there is "virtually no gender pay gap" when salaries are adjusted for length of service.

Britain confirms plans to double rocket artillery fleet

The Ministry of Defence has confirmed plans to upgrade and expand its Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) fleet to 85 vehicles from around 40.

International News

Fact Checks

The myth that nukes are in Scotland to keep England safe

Misconceptions can often take root and spread quickly, one incorrect claim is that the UK stores all of its nukes in Scotland because they're too dangerous to keep in England. 

Would UK naval shipbuilding continue in Scotland if it left the UK?

Naval shipbuilding in Scotland has become controversial once again.

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