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3 weeks ago

UK politics

Starmer vows to return UK to 'war fighting readiness' as there is 'unease' across Europe - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

fromwww.independent.co.uk

22 hours ago

UK to spend 1.5bn on new weapons factories in response to threat posed by Putin

The UK plans to build six munitions factories to enhance military readiness against Russia.

3 weeks ago

Starmer vows to return UK to 'war fighting readiness' as there is 'unease' across Europe - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK is enhancing its military readiness amid perceived threats from Russia.

more#military-readiness

fromwww.bbc.com

1 day ago

Healey sees defence spend rise to 3% of GDP by 2034

John Healey emphasized that the UK is on a determined path to increase its defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2034, reflecting changing global threats.

UK politics

1 week ago

Conflict between countries will dominate next 20 years, says former top UK government official

The next two decades may be marked by international conflict, requiring enhanced UK nuclear deterrence capabilities.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

2 weeks ago

Labour defence review proposes a Home Guard' to protect UK, report claims

The Independent emphasizes the vital role of on-the-ground reporting for democracy and public awareness.

#drones

Dodgy tanks, outdated warships: how can we trust UK defence chiefs to spend our billions wisely? | Richard Norton-Taylor

Britain's costly navy aircraft carriers are ill-suited for modern warfare and face significant operational challenges.

Drones are replacing expensive warplanes as effective military assets in current conflicts.

fromBusiness Insider

2 weeks ago

Russo-Ukrainian War

Video shows the Royal Air Force test-launching drones from a Chinook helicopter

Dodgy tanks, outdated warships: how can we trust UK defence chiefs to spend our billions wisely? | Richard Norton-Taylor

Britain's costly navy aircraft carriers are ill-suited for modern warfare and face significant operational challenges.

Drones are replacing expensive warplanes as effective military assets in current conflicts.

fromBusiness Insider

2 weeks ago

Russo-Ukrainian War

Video shows the Royal Air Force test-launching drones from a Chinook helicopter

more#drones

#national-security

3 months ago

This is a hard choice. We believe in foreign aid but we have to make cuts. We must keep the UK safe | David Lammy

The article emphasizes that historical change requires decisive leadership, especially regarding national security in the current geopolitical climate.

fromBusiness Matters

UK to boost domestic weapons production to cut reliance on US and French imports

The UK is increasing its domestic weapons manufacturing to decrease reliance on imports and bolster national security.

UK politics

UK issued with a warning of 'grey zone attack' that would affect energy, food and infrastructure - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

3 months ago

This is a hard choice. We believe in foreign aid but we have to make cuts. We must keep the UK safe | David Lammy

The article emphasizes that historical change requires decisive leadership, especially regarding national security in the current geopolitical climate.

fromBusiness Matters

UK to boost domestic weapons production to cut reliance on US and French imports

The UK is increasing its domestic weapons manufacturing to decrease reliance on imports and bolster national security.

UK politics

UK issued with a warning of 'grey zone attack' that would affect energy, food and infrastructure - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

more#national-security

#ukraine

UK defence secretary to fly to Washington to discuss Ukraine

UK Defence Secretary John Healey travels to Washington to discuss peace proposals in Ukraine following US military aid halt.

Keir Starmer to seek to bolster defence ties as he hosts New Zealand PM

Keir Starmer will strengthen UK-New Zealand defence ties and support Ukraine through a new training programme and major weapons deal.

UK defence secretary to fly to Washington to discuss Ukraine

UK Defence Secretary John Healey travels to Washington to discuss peace proposals in Ukraine following US military aid halt.

Keir Starmer to seek to bolster defence ties as he hosts New Zealand PM

Keir Starmer will strengthen UK-New Zealand defence ties and support Ukraine through a new training programme and major weapons deal.

more#ukraine

UK set to ramp up weapons production to reduce reliance on US and French imports

Britain aims to boost domestic weapons production to reduce reliance on US and French imports.

3 months ago

The majority of the British public believe war is on the horizon and back Labour's 'increase of defence spending' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The British public feels conflict is likely and supports increased defense spending despite concerns over military readiness.

fromwww.bbc.com

6 months ago

UK to decommission ships, drones and helicopters to save 500m

The UK government plans to accelerate the decommissioning of outdated military equipment to save up to 500 million pounds over five years, which will help fund future investments.

UK politics