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Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced that the UK’s new fleet of submarine hunting aircraft will take to the skies over the Arctic next year.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Gavin Williamson gave a speech at the 2019 Munich Security Conference outlining the UK's commitment to NATO and European security.
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced details of the eligible personnel who will receive a new medal to mark the campaign to defeat Daesh in Iraq and Syria.
Wildcat and Apache helicopters will be deployed to Estonia this year, Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson announced at a meeting of NATO Defence Ministers in Brussels.
The UK’s role as a leading partner on the global F-35 programme has received another huge boost today.
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has outlined the future role of the UK’s Armed Forces in a speech at RUSI today.
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson gave a speech at RUSI outlining the future direction of the UK Armed Forces.
Rt Hon Gavin Williamson MP visits UKHO to congratulate staff on vital contributions to Defence, UK Government and economic growth around the world
After almost 40 years serving the UK on military operations across the world, iconic RAF Tornado jets have returned home for the last time.
The Rt Hon Gavin Williamson MP, Secretary of State for Defence, has visited the jHub offices in London to learn about their role in UK defence.
The 24-hour helpline for veterans' support will now actively get in touch with ex-service personnel who have asked for help.
The new study will examine the support available to the different members of military families, including spouses and partners, and children.
D-Day veterans will be at the heart of the official commemorations taking place in June 2019
Gavin Williamson writes open letter to veterans of the Normandy Landings
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson sets sights on next century of British air power as major fighter jet milestones are reached.
Gavin Williamson visits 300 UK troops in Malakal and Bentiu
One-hundred and eighteen service personnel have been honoured by Her Majesty the Queen in the annual New Year Honours list.
49 civilian personnel have been honoured by Her Majesty the Queen in the annual New Year Honours list.
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has today announced HMS Duncan will be affiliated with the seaside town of Scarborough, just months after it was selected to host national Armed Forces Day in 2020.
The Defence Secretary visited the crew of HMS Echo docked at the Ukrainian port of Odesa
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