Field Marshal Lord Guthrie of Craigiebank GCB GCVO OBE DL was honoured yesterday with a full military funeral and Requiem Mass at Westminster Cathedral. A soldier and statesman, Lord Guthrie served the nation with distinction for over four decades, from his commission with the Welsh Guards in 1959 to his leadership as Chief of the Defence Staff. His life of duty, honour and service to Crown and country was marked by the presence of senior military leaders, dignitaries and members of the Royal Family.
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If NATO is threatened, we will act. Escalation from Putin must be met with strength. Defence Secretary John Healey ⬇️
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85,000 drones delivered to Ukraine in 6 months. The UK isn’t just supporting Ukraine, it’s helping reshape the future of warfare. In just half a year, the UK has delivered over 85,000 military drones to Ukraine, many built by British companies. These drones are enabling precision strikes, frontline logistics and critical reconnaissance, helping Ukraine counter Russia’s escalating drone tactics. Backed by £600 million in UK Government investment, this effort is creating jobs in both countries and accelerating innovation in drone technology. The UK and Ukraine have also signed a first of its kind industrial partnership to mass produce the Octopus interceptor drone, designed to shoot down Russian drones and protect civilians. Thousands are now being produced monthly using battlefield data. The Defence Secretary John Healey is co hosting the Ukraine Defence Contact Group in Brussels today, joined by over 50 nations including the US and NATO leadership, sending a clear message that Putin’s aggression will be met with unity and technological superiority. The UK is also: • Extending the RAF’s contribution to NATO’s Eastern Sentry mission through 2025 • Deploying counter drone experts to Moldova • Co leading the Drone Capability Coalition to deliver 35,000 new interceptor systems to Ukraine This is part of the UK’s record £4.5 billion commitment to Ukraine’s defence in 2025, because our national security starts in Ukraine.
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Modernising UK defence logistics. 🚚 Our new state-of-the-art storage facility in Longtown, Cumbria, was officially opened today by the Minster for Defence Readiness and Industry, Luke Pollard MP. Built by McLaughlin & Harvey Ltd, the 76,000m2 facility will be managed by our experts in partnership with Leidos and Kuehne+Nagel to ensure the British Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force (RAF) have the equipment they need, whenever and wherever. 📸 The event included a plaque reveal and a tree planting ceremony to mark the opening. UK Ministry of Defence
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Veterans who served in Northern Ireland will finally get the protections they deserve. The new Northern Ireland Troubles Bill will create a reformed Legacy Commission and includes six key protections requested by veterans. This is what the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill means for veterans and their families. ✅ Protection from repeated investigations. ✅ Right to give evidence from home via video link. ✅ Anonymity when giving evidence. ✅ No more "cold calling" - veterans contacted with MOD support. ✅ Special consideration for elderly witnesses' health and wellbeing. ✅ Veterans voices heard through representation on the Commission's Advisory Group. To find out more go to: https://lnkd.in/eG93Fpyf
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📣 Rupert Pearce has been appointed UK National Armaments Director. He will deliver the national arsenal needed for the UK Armed Forces to execute defence operations demanded by the threats of today — accelerating decisions, tackling waste and improving outcomes for our Armed Forces. This is a critical role that will shape the future of UK defence, as part of the biggest defence reforms for more than 50 years👇
📣 ANNOUNCING…. The new National Armaments Director. Rupert Pearce has been appointed as the first, fully-fledged UK National Armaments Director (NAD). He will lead the NAD Group teams responsible for developing, delivering, sustaining, housing and harbouring the UK's 'national arsenal’ and defence estate. In this critical role, the NAD will shape the future of UK defence as part of the biggest defence reforms for more than 50 years by: ✅Speeding up decisions. ✅Tackling waste. ✅Improving outcomes for our Armed Forces. Rupert will start this role tomorrow, Tuesday 14th October. Andy Start, who has been establishing the new Group as National Armaments Director in an interim capacity, will continue to support him for the first few months of his tenure. We look forward to welcoming Rupert and continuing our mission to help our armed forces operate, deter, fight and win. 💪 #UKDefence #Defence #NADGroup #engineforgrowth #security #leadership #innovation
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The awards have all been handed out and winners celebrated at our Sanctuary Awards! 🏆 We’ve had a great time celebrating the innovative projects boosting sustainability across Defence at the same time as supporting the UK Armed Forces’ operational readiness. Read more about this year’s awards: https://lnkd.in/ecZsT3qE #SanctuaryAwards
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Struggling with your mental health can feel isolating but remember you’re never alone. This #WorldMentalHealthDay, we’re highlighting the importance of staying active to support your mental well-being. Caring for your mind is just as important as caring for your body. Jonny Ball | Vee Hooton | Sally Orange MBE
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Deeper international collaboration is critical to Ukraine’s long-term defence industrial resilience and bolstering its efforts in the war. Defence Minister Luke Pollard led a trade delegation to Kyiv this week to increase military support for Ukraine. 🇬🇧🤝🇺🇦 🔗: https://ow.ly/ZYG750X9Etl Find out more👇