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  • Army develops spray to kill coronavirus

    A novel disinfectant spray developed by the Army that can eliminate 99.99% of the Covid-19 virus will now be made available to the public and used by military personnel on the frontline as they support the battle against the…

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • NCC and Dstl seek innovation in composite structures for combat aircraft

    This exciting new partnership has launched a competition for organisations to pitch their ideas and capabilities, and influence the direction of future research.

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  • RFEA and TechVets are bridging the gap for veterans entering cyber and technology industry

    The Forces Employment Charity (RFEA) is launching a new partnership with TechVets, an organisation dedicated to building a bridge for veterans into cyber security and the technology sector.

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  • Red letter day for Royal Navy in Scotland

    Marked by construction of a building hall for the next-generation Type 31 frigates and naming of the fifth Clyde-bound Astute Class submarine Anson

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Defence Secretary's speech on defence reform

    Defence Secretary's speech at the RUSI Conference covering the Integrated Review, the spending review settlement and other issues for defence. 

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Fifth hunter-killer submarine named Anson

    Anson, the Royal Navy's latest Astute Class attack submarine, has officially been named in a virtual ceremony at BAE Systems' Barrow-in-Furness shipyard today.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Massive Type 31 frigate building hall unveiled in Rosyth

    A vast building hall for the Royal Navy’s next-generation Type 31 frigates has been unveiled in Rosyth.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Sign up for 2021 international deterrence and assurance conference

    Dstl partners with U.S. Strategic Command and U.S. Naval War College for the 6th annual deterrence and assurance academic alliance event.

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  • Home Secretary attends security conference in Bahrain

    Home Secretary Priti Patel led the UK the delegation to the Manama Dialogue this weekend in Bahrain.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • ‘Good progress’ made in tackling unacceptable behaviour in the military

    Good progress has been made introducing new measures to clamp down on unacceptable behaviour in the military, an independent review released today has concluded.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • UK’s First Sea Lord concludes visit to Alexandria

    UK First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Tony Radakin, concluded a short official visit to Alexandria, Egypt.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Thousands of organisations pledge support for armed forces

    Thousands more businesses, charities and public organisations have this year pledged to support veterans, service personnel and their families by signing the Armed Forces Covenant.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Stay vigilant and report suspicious activity

    The Ministry of Defence Police reminds the communities that it serves to remain vigilant throughout the Winter months and festive season.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Royal Navy warships monitor significant Russian presence close to UK waters

    The Royal Navy has monitored nine Russian vessels around the UK in recent weeks.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • 300 British troops deploy to Mali on UN Peacekeeping Mission

    A UK task force has arrived in Mali to join the UN peacekeeping mission where they will provide a reconnaissance capability

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Behind the scenes at Dstl: video

    Watch the incredible range of work we do, from robots to wargaming, in just over a minute.

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  • Foreign Secretary underlines UK commitment to NATO

    The Foreign Secretary spoke this week at the virtual NATO Foreign Ministers’ meeting and underlined the strengths of the Alliance

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • £2.4-billion munitions deal secures thousands of UK jobs

    A new £2.4-billion contract to equip UK Armed Forces with essential fire power will sustain 4,000 jobs around the UK over 15 years, Defence Minister Jeremy Quin today announced.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Roadmap to remove high risk vendors from telecoms network

    The government will today set out a roadmap for the complete removal of high risk vendor equipment from the UK’s 5G networks, alongside an ambitious strategy to diversify the country’s telecoms supply chain and ensure its fu…

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Operational Honours and Awards list November 2020

    The latest Operational Honours and Awards List recognises the bravery, commitment and commendable service of service personnel within the military.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government