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  • Dr Fox experiences capabilities of HMS Richmond

    Following a top-level briefing at the Royal Navy’s fleet headquarters at Portsmouth Naval Base on current overseas operational commitments, …

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

  • New Forces news website goes live

    A brand new hub for Forces news, the British Forces News website, went live on Tuesday 2 August 2010.

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

  • RAF officer's Bloodhound supersonic car unveiled

    The attempt to beat the land speed record by an RAF officer is a step closer with the design team unveiling a life size model of the rocket-powered car which will be used in the attempt.

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

  • MOD responds to public's comments on Programme for Government

    The MOD has today published its response to comments made by the public on the Defence aspects of the Coalition's Programme for Government.

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

  • Airborne Forces celebrate 70th anniversary

    The open day featured most elements of 16 Air Assault Brigade including The Band of The Parachute Regiment and the Pipes and Drums of The Royal…

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

  • MOD Guard Service wins gold

    The MOD Guard Service has been awarded the top accreditation in the security industry.

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

  • Defence Industry and Technology policy timeline set

    Mr Luff, Minister for Defence Equipment, Support and Technology, said a green paper will be published by the end of this year, following the…

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

  • 2010/07/22 - ADS Charity Dinner in support of SSAFA Forces Help

    Speech delivered by Minister for Defence Equipment, Support and Technology at the RAF Club, Piccadilly, London on Thursday 22 July 2010.

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

  • Defence Minister Peter Luff is talking equipment

    For a minister with only a limited military background, the new Minister for Defence Equipment, Support and Technology, Peter Luff, has quickly developed a firm grasp of his new brief. Report by Steve Moore.

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

  • Sun Military Awards return to honour best in Defence

    Organised by The Sun newspaper in close association with the Ministry of Defence, the Millies focus on the excellence of Her Majesty’s Armed…

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

  • Changes to rest and recuperation policy

    The move delivers on the commitment outlined in the Coalition Programme for Government to maximise R&R as part of rebuilding the military covenant…

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

  • Farnborough International Air Show 2010

    Speech by Dr Liam Fox, Secretary of State for Defence

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

  • Money saving ideas for Defence honoured

    The best examples of innovation and initiative in defence were honoured as this year's winners of the GEMS suggestion scheme were announced at the Tower of London on Friday, 16 July 2010.

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

  • HMS Somerset heads for Iraq

    The Plymouth-based Type 23 frigate left Devonport earlier this year. In the first week of her current tasking, the frigate visited 76 vessels…

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

  • MOD Police welcome new four-legged recruits

    Born last weekend, 12 Belgian Shepherd puppies are the first ever MOD police dog service recruits to be born to the police dog unit at Her Majesty's Naval Base Devonport.

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

  • IN PICTURES: Royal Navy Photographic Competition 2010

    The awards for the annual Royal Navy Photographic Competition, 'The Peregrine Trophy', took place at Mercedes-Benz World, Weybridge, Surrey, yesterday, Thursday 15 July 2010.

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

  • General Richards to take over as Chief of the Defence Staff

    Currently serving as the Chief of the General Staff, General Sir David Richards will take up the post of Chief of the Defence Staff in October…

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

  • Deterrence in the 21st Century

    Speech by Dr Liam Fox Secretary of State for Defence.

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

  • Defence community consulted on SDSR

    Members of the defence community, both Service personnel and civilians, have been asked to put forward their ideas and suggestions for the Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR).

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

  • Prince Charles honours naval air staff

    His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales presented various medals and awards to personnel at Royal Naval Air Station Culdrose yesterday, Monday 12 July 2010.

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