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  • MOD drives efficiencies in improved contract for nuclear sites

    The Ministry of Defence has secured an improved contract with AWE Management Limited (AWEML) for the management and operation of the Atomic Weapons Establishment sites at Aldermaston, Burghfield and Blacknest.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Multi-million pound joint venture announced between Britain and Oman

    Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has announced the intent to develop a multi-million pound joint venture between British defence company Babcock International and the Oman Drydock Company, which will secure jobs in the UK.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Runway resurfacing underway at RAF Valley

    Work has commenced on a £20 million project to refurbish one of two runways at RAF Valley.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • UK to lead Gulf Maritime Force

    The UK will lead a Gulf joint maritime force to deter piracy, tackle terrorism, and disrupt smuggling, the Defence Secretary has announced.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • £372 million investment for Hawk support sustains 700 UK jobs

    The MOD has committed £372 million across four contracts for the continued in-service support of Hawk fast jet training aircraft, securing around 700 UK jobs until 2020.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • UK to strengthen global military presence

    The UK’s global military presence has been widened by the creation of new Defence Attaché (DA) posts.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • UK-trained female soldiers to take the fight to Daesh

    British soldiers based have trained female Peshmerga fighters in infantry, medical and counter-Improvised Explosive Device (IED) skills.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Thousands of new homes to be built as MOD releases more sites

    The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has announced the release of further land to provide thousands of new homes and generate around £140million.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Developing mental health services for veterans in England

    NHS England has launched a survey on mental health services for ex-members of the armed forces.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • The case for the retention of the UK's independent nuclear deterrent

    The Defence Secretary set out the case for the retention of the UK's independent nuclear deterrent at Policy Exchange today

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • MOD and Royal Mail sign new agreement to keep personnel connected

    Overseas service personnel will continue to be able to keep in touch with friends and family at affordable rates under the new agreement.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • £19m contract signed for Mare Harbour improvements

    A contract to improve defence infrastructure on the Falkland Islands has been signed today.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Major investment boost for next generation Royal Navy ships

    The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has announced a further £472 million for the Royal Navy’s Type 26 Global Combat Ship programme.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • New £10m Covenant fund awarded to 176 Armed Forces projects

    Almost half of the MOD’s new Covenant Grant Fund will help veterans in the criminal justice system.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Military completes flood defence inspections

    Military personnel have played a key role in reducing the flood risk by assisting the Environment Agency in their flood defence inspections.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Military courage recognised in Operational Honours List

    Courageous servicemen and women have been awarded for their gallantry and dedication in the latest Operational Honours list.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Operational Honours and Awards List: 18 March 2016

    A total of 55 members of the Armed Forces have received honours and awards in the latest Operational Honours and Awards List.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • UK relationship with Ukraine strengthened by Defence agreement

    The UK’s relationship with Ukraine has been strengthened by the signing of a new Defence agreement.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • MOD rises to the top in National Apprenticeship Week

    The Ministry of Defence is proud to be recognised as the single largest employer of apprentices in the UK.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • New baseline profit rate for defence contractors announced

    The baseline profit rate for contracts awarded without competition will be set at 8.95% for the next 12 months.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government