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From Ministry of Defence (MOD)
  • Nottingham hosts fifth annual Armed Forces Day

    Armed Forces Day was celebrated across the UK on Saturday, recognising the contribution made by our Service personnel past and present.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • £3.8 million to support troops' families and veterans' mental health projects

    The Prime Minister visited troops in Afghanistan and announced £3.8 million for troops' families & veterans' mental health projects.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Deputy Prime Minister's video message for Armed Forces Day

    The Deputy Prime Minister's Armed Forces Day message recognises the bravery, commitment, resilience and sacrifice of our Armed Forces.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Armed Forces Day message from the Prime Minister

    Prime Minister: "Let’s show our Armed Forces just how proud we are of everything you do."

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Aft island of Queen Elizabeth carrier in place

    The aft island of HMS Queen Elizabeth has been lowered into place by Aircraft Carrier Alliance workers at Rosyth Dockyard in Fife.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Businesses urged to support Armed Forces community

    Businesses and charities across the UK are now able to pledge their support to the Armed Forces by signing the new Corporate Covenant.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Third Joint Strike Fighter for the UK arrives

    The third of the UK's F-35 short take-off and vertical landing Lightning II aircraft has arrived at Eglin US Air Force Base in Florida.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Reservists in Germany for Exercise Ypres Sapper

    Over 200 Territorial Army soldiers are currently completing their annual training camp during Exercise Ypres Sapper 13 in Germany.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Reservists wear their uniforms with pride for Uniform to Work Day

    Reservists from all 3 Services have today, 26 June, swapped their civilian clothes for military uniforms to mark Uniform to Work Day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Spending Round 2013 for MOD

    The Defence Secretary and the Chief of the Defence Staff have issued statements following the Chancellor's Spending Round 2013 announcement.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Civil Service reservists wear their uniforms to work

    A new network of 'Reserve Champions' will promote the benefits of employing reservists in the Civil Service.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • HMS Echo in Malta

    Survey ship HMS Echo has begun an 18-month mission with a visit to Malta, reaffirming the ship's and the Royal Navy's bonds with its people.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The nation prepares for Armed Forces Day

    With just days to go, organisers are pulling out all the stops to make this year's Armed Forces Day the biggest and best yet.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Iron Duke back at sea after major upgrade

    Portsmouth-based HMS Iron Duke has returned to sea after a 16-month upgrade and now boasts one of the world's most advanced radar systems.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Armed Forces Day flags fly across UK

    Armed Forces Day flags are flying high above 10 Downing Street and across the UK today in the build up to the fifth annual Armed Forces Day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • RAF engineers vital to Afghan operations

    Royal Air Force engineers working in the Tornado Detachment are key to operations in Afghanistan by ensuring the aircraft are ready to fly.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • HMS Dragon conducts dual helicopter operations

    A Royal Navy Type 45 destroyer has used 2 helicopters on front line operations for the first time.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Defence exports largest increase in 5 years

    British defence exports rose by 62% in 2012 – the largest increase for 5 years.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Defence equipment event reflects operational changes

    This year's Defence Vehicle Dynamics (DVD) event illustrates the step-change being experienced by the UK's Armed Forces as they begin to draw down in Afghanistan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Royal Navy's new 'eye in the sky'

    UK warships are to benefit from a new surveillance capability as part of a £30 million contract signed by MOD.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government