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https://www.europesays.com/britain/43276/ Chemring, Babcock and Avon top picks in defence sector, with BAE premium ‘not justified’ #Avon #Babcock #BAE #BAESystems #Chemring #DefenceSpending #Jefferies #MinistryOfDefence #UkDefence

New Video: BREKAING: New UK Inflation Figures Surpassingly Good! Adds to Other Recent Good Economic Numbers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tw8ZKeme58Q #BreakingNews #UKEconomy #InflationUpdate #UKDefence #KeirStarmer #GeopoliticalAnalysis

New Video: BREKAING: New UK Inflation Figures Surpassingly Good! Adds to Other Recent Good Economic Numbers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tw8ZKeme58Q #BreakingNews #UKEconomy #InflationUpdate #UKDefence #KeirStarmer #GeopoliticalAnalysis

New Video: BREKAING: New UK Inflation Figures Surpassingly Good! Adds to Other Recent Good Economic Numbers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tw8ZKeme58Q #BreakingNews #UKEconomy #InflationUpdate #UKDefence #KeirStarmer #GeopoliticalAnalysis

The UK is spending more on defence – but is raiding the aid budget the best way to pay for it?. #Conflict #Developingcountries #Internationalaid #UKdefence #UKeconomy #UKpolitics #YvetteCooper
https://iwpost.com/the-uk-is-spending-more-on-defence-but-is-raiding-the-aid-budget-the-best-way-to-pay-for-it/?fsp_sid=7720

Government Tightens Grip on Defence Industry Amid Scrutiny

New UK rules mean defence firms can be banned for 5 years if they supply bad materials. This affects defence companies and military readiness.

#UKDefence, #DefenceContractors, #ProcurementAct, #MilitarySupplies, #UKGov

https://newsletter.tf/uk-defence-contractor-ban-subpar-materials/

The UK government has introduced tough new penalties for defence contractors. Companies can now face a five-year ban for supplying subpar materials, a significant change from previous policies.

#UKDefence, #DefenceContractors, #ProcurementAct, #MilitarySupplies, #UKGov
https://newsletter.tf/uk-defence-contractor-ban-subpar-materials/

https://www.europesays.com/videos/14322/ Mandelson Committee Live: Senior official faces MPs over latest Starmer scandal #ConservativeParty #CurrentAffairs #DefenceSpending #DefenseBudget #Epstein #GOVERNMENT #HouseOfCommons #KeirStarmer #KemiBadenoch #LabourParty #MANDELSON #military #news #Opposition #parliament #ParliamentaryQuestions #pmqs #PoliticalDebate #PoliticsToday #Telegraph #TheTelegraph #UKDefence #UKPolitics #US #WESTMINSTER

https://www.europesays.com/videos/13673/ Coming up: Starmer to face PMQs amid pressure over Mandelson vetting scandal #ConservativeParty #CurrentAffairs #DefenceSpending #DefenseBudget #Epstein #GOVERNMENT #HouseOfCommons #KeirStarmer #KemiBadenoch #LabourParty #MANDELSON #military #news #Opposition #parliament #ParliamentaryQuestions #pmqs #PoliticalDebate #PoliticsToday #Telegraph #TheTelegraph #UKDefence #UKPolitics #US #WESTMINSTER

https://www.europesays.com/videos/12450/ Coming up: Starmer to deliver speech in Commons today #ConservativeParty #CurrentAffairs #DefenceSpending #DefenseBudget #Epstein #GOVERNMENT #HouseOfCommons #KeirStarmer #KemiBadenoch #LabourParty #MANDELSON #military #news #Opposition #parliament #ParliamentaryQuestions #pmqs #PoliticalDebate #PoliticsToday #Telegraph #TheTelegraph #UKDefence #UKPolitics #US #WESTMINSTER

Jets Scrambled as Russian Aircraft Approaches UK Airspace

Royal Air Force Typhoons were sent up today to watch a Russian aircraft flying close to UK airspace. The Russian jet did not enter British territory.

#RAF, #UKDefence, #RussianAircraft, #Air Policing, #NATO

https://newsletter.tf/raf-typhoons-scrambled-russian-jet-uk-airspace/

Two RAF Typhoon jets were scrambled today to monitor a Russian aircraft near UK airspace. This is a standard procedure to ensure national security.

#RAF, #UKDefence, #RussianAircraft, #Air Policing, #NATO
https://newsletter.tf/raf-typhoons-scrambled-russian-jet-uk-airspace/

https://www.europesays.com/videos/9210/ Will the military be forced to make more cuts?⁠ | Sky News #BoostDefenceSpendingAfterBrexit #DefenceSpending #DefenceSpendingPlans #DefenceSpendingUk #NatoUkDefence #PASSA #podcast #SkyNews #StarmerDefenceSpending #UKDefence #UkDefence2034 #UkDefenceFundingControversy #UkDefenceHearing #UkDefenceIncrease #UkDefenceIndustry #UkDefenceMinister #UkDefenceNews #UkDefencePlan #UkDefenceSpending #UkDefenceSpending2026 #UkDefenceSpendingDebate #UkDefenceStrategy #video

Former NATO chief George Robertson warns the UK is “not safe,” criticising defence gaps and delayed investment under PM Keir Starmer. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/india/we-are-under-attack-we-are-not-safe-ex-nato-chief-warns-uk-on-defence-t2x2yqij?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #UKDefence #NATO #GeorgeRobertson #KeirStarmer

Former NATO chief George Robertson warns the UK is “not safe,” criticising defence gaps and delayed investment under PM Keir Starmer. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/india/we-are-under-attack-we-are-not-safe-ex-nato-chief-warns-uk-on-defence-t2x2yqij?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #UKDefence #NATO #GeorgeRobertson #KeirStarmer

Former NATO chief George Robertson warns the UK is “not safe,” criticising defence gaps and delayed investment under PM Keir Starmer. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/india/we-are-under-attack-we-are-not-safe-ex-nato-chief-warns-uk-on-defence-t2x2yqij?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #UKDefence #NATO #GeorgeRobertson #KeirStarmer

Former NATO chief George Robertson warns the UK is “not safe,” criticising defence gaps and delayed investment under PM Keir Starmer. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/india/we-are-under-attack-we-are-not-safe-ex-nato-chief-warns-uk-on-defence-t2x2yqij?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #UKDefence #NATO #GeorgeRobertson #KeirStarmer

National Security Warnings Echo as Defence Plan Stalls

Former NATO chief Lord Robertson warns UK national security is in peril due to delays in the defence investment plan and 'complacency'.

#UKDefence, #NationalSecurity, #DefencePlan, #LordRobertson, #Geopolitics

https://newsletter.tf/uk-defence-plan-delays-national-security-risk/

Britain's national security is at risk as a key defence plan faces delays, according to a former NATO Secretary General. This is happening while global threats from countries like Russia and China are increasing.

#UKDefence, #NationalSecurity, #DefencePlan, #LordRobertson, #Geopolitics
https://newsletter.tf/uk-defence-plan-delays-national-security-risk/

UK Defence Policy Under Scrutiny: 'Corrosive Complacency' Allegations Emerge

Former Nato chief George Robertson warns UK defence is in danger due to 'corrosive complacency' and delays in the new spending plan. Affects national security.

#UKDefence, #Nato, #GeorgeRobertson, #DefenceSpending, #NationalSecurity

https://newsletter.tf/uk-defence-danger-slow-spending-plans-nato/

The UK's defence spending plan is delayed, with former Nato chief George Robertson warning of 'corrosive complacency'. This is a serious concern for national security.

#UKDefence, #Nato, #GeorgeRobertson, #DefenceSpending, #NationalSecurity
https://newsletter.tf/uk-defence-danger-slow-spending-plans-nato/

HMS Dragon sets sail for Cyprus to defend RAF Akrotiri from drone threats with Sea Viper missiles. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/hms-dragon-portsmouth-departure-eastern-mediterranean-cyprus-deployment-xsiympkq?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #HMSDragon #RoyalNavy #Cyprus #RAFAkrotiri #UKDefence

HMS Dragon sets sail for Cyprus to defend RAF Akrotiri from drone threats with Sea Viper missiles. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/hms-dragon-portsmouth-departure-eastern-mediterranean-cyprus-deployment-xsiympkq?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #HMSDragon #RoyalNavy #Cyprus #RAFAkrotiri #UKDefence

HMS Dragon sets sail for Cyprus to defend RAF Akrotiri from drone threats with Sea Viper missiles. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/hms-dragon-portsmouth-departure-eastern-mediterranean-cyprus-deployment-xsiympkq?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #HMSDragon #RoyalNavy #Cyprus #RAFAkrotiri #UKDefence

HMS Dragon sets sail for Cyprus to defend RAF Akrotiri from drone threats with Sea Viper missiles. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/hms-dragon-portsmouth-departure-eastern-mediterranean-cyprus-deployment-xsiympkq?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #HMSDragon #RoyalNavy #Cyprus #RAFAkrotiri #UKDefence

An RAF Typhoon has shot down an Iranian drone heading towards Qatar, according to the UK Defence Ministry, signalling Britain’s first visible military action in the widening conflict. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/first-uk-strike-in-conflict-defence-ministry-says-typhoon-raf-shot-down-iranian-drone-over-qatar-ab62ua0v?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #UKDefence #RAF #IranConflict #Qatar #MiddleEastTensions

Britain will double its troops in Norway and join NATO’s Arctic Sentry mission, citing rising Russian threats in the High North region. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/nato-arctic-showdown-uk-to-deploy-2-000-troops-in-norway-niw0ec1f?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #UKDefence #NATO #ArcticSecurity #RussiaThreat #Norway

Britain will double its troops in Norway and join NATO’s Arctic Sentry mission, citing rising Russian threats in the High North region. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/nato-arctic-showdown-uk-to-deploy-2-000-troops-in-norway-niw0ec1f?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #UKDefence #NATO #ArcticSecurity #RussiaThreat #Norway

Britain will double its troops in Norway and join NATO’s Arctic Sentry mission, citing rising Russian threats in the High North region. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/nato-arctic-showdown-uk-to-deploy-2-000-troops-in-norway-niw0ec1f?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #UKDefence #NATO #ArcticSecurity #RussiaThreat #Norway

Britain will double its troops in Norway and join NATO’s Arctic Sentry mission, citing rising Russian threats in the High North region. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/world/nato-arctic-showdown-uk-to-deploy-2-000-troops-in-norway-niw0ec1f?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #UKDefence #NATO #ArcticSecurity #RussiaThreat #Norway

LIVE: Defence Secretary John Healey grilled by select committee on UK security

Defence Secretary John Healey appears before the House of Commons Defence Committee Read Daily Express: Like Daily Express on Facebook: Follow Daily Express on X: Follow Daily Express on Instagram: #DailyExpress #News #johnhealey #ukdefence #uksecurity #houseofcommons #ukpolitics #ukparliament #labour

https://fllics.com/en/video/live-defence-secretary-john-healey-grilled-by-select-committee-on-uk-security/

LIVE: Defence Secretary John Healey grilled by select committee on UK security

Defence Secretary John Healey appears before the House of Commons Defence Committee Read Daily Express: Like Daily Express on Facebook: Follow Daily Express on X: Follow Daily Express on Instagram: #DailyExpress #News #johnhealey #ukdefence #uksecurity #houseofcommons #ukpolitics #ukparliament #labour

https://fllics.com/en/video/live-defence-secretary-john-healey-grilled-by-select-committee-on-uk-security/

Personally I don't think we should have nukes at all, though I accept that reasonable people may take different views.

But surely if we must have nukes, then we shouldn't need permission from a hostile foreign power before we can use them. That's unbelievably bonkers.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c335406gxdvo

#Nukes #UKDefence

@chowderman
Thank you. The article states that when they are retired (most are still in service), they will have served over 40 years. I hope compelling MPs to discuss the matter will force them to quantify that cost of refurbishment and associated training, and where that money gets spent (probably mostly in the UK), and weigh that up against the benefit it would confer to Ukraine, and the other spending options that might compete for that money. I understand we're committing 5% of GDP on defence spending. I'd love to see it spent in the UK. If these vehicles are going to be scrapped, and if so doing it is economical, I would like to see them turned to scrap on the battlefield, protecting the lives (and sovereignty) of our allies.

#ukraine #uk #infantry #SupportUkraine #MilitaryAid #UKDefence #HumanitarianAid #Peace #GlobalSolidarity #CND #NuclearDisarmament

Did you know the UK is set to dispose of over 600 Warrior IFVs? What if we could turn this into a lifeline for Ukraine?

Join the movement! Please sign the petition now to urge Parliament to debate the future of our surplus Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs): https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/719124 or consider boosting this post for visibility.

I try to avoid de-novo political posts, but this feels to me like it isn't just about politics; it's about supporting a nation fighting for its freedom. I hope we might unite for a cause that transcends party lines.

Why should we consider this?

- Cost-effective: Refurbishing these vehicles (or breaking them for spares) in the UK instead of donating new vehicles could save taxpayers money.

- Support Ukraine: Strengthening Ukraine's military is crucial for European stability.

- Timely Action: The sooner we act, the better prepared Ukraine will be.

With the UK set to dispose of these vehicles soon, we must act now to ensure they serve a greater purpose.

If you can find it in your heart to boost this issue for visibility, &/or reply with hashtags I have not thought to add, I would be profoundly grateful.

#ukraine #uk #infantry #SupportUkraine #MilitaryAid #UKDefence #HumanitarianAid #Peace #GlobalSolidarity #CND #NuclearDisarmament

How Putin would try to flatten Britain in WW3 – revealed by the MOD: Swarms of drones, missile blitzes, ports bombarded, oil rigs and satellites sabotaged and waves of cyber attacks: https://newscats.org/how-putin-would-try-to-flatten-britain-in-ww3-revealed-by-the-mod-swarms-of-drones-missile-blitzes-ports-bombarded-oil-rigs-and-satellites-sabotaged-and-waves-of-cyber-attacks

#CriticalInfrastructure, #CyberWarfare, #DigitalDefence, #Disinformation, #DroneWar, #HybridThreats, #MissileDefence, #MOD, #ModernWarfare, #NationalSecurity, #NATO, #Putin, #ResilienceNow, #SecurityPolicy, #StrategicReview, #UKDefence, #UKPolitics, #UKSecurityThreats, #WW3, Britain

If this turns out to be true, it will be a total betrayal of Europe and our own workforce by the UK gov. The article explains it well, for the UK to defend itself, the Eurofighter is the right option.

Also, when the world is the most uncertain it's been since the cold war, and everyone is scrambling to re-arm. What is Britain going to do... Mothball its 2nd aircraft carrier!

#theBritishWay Cut back and side with the new fascist in town. Pathetic! #ukDefence #starmer

https://www.airforce-technology.com/features/f-35-vs-eurofighter-uk-decision-will-have-consequences/?cf-view&cf-closed

@auldsimon Link please? #ukdefence #ScrapTrident

@jmo @Chillax

Furthermore to your point #defence of #England would be vastly more compromised by #Scotland achieving #independence taking a third of GB land area with it, including many vital facilities for #ukDefence than any changes that concern the #EU