The UK condemns the escalating military offensives across South Sudan since last March: UK statement at the UN Security Council
We have heard clearly today how the situation in South Sudan is deteriorating and requires coordinated international attention and pressure. Today, I will address three key elements. Firstly, the worsening security situation, then the imperative for humanitarian access, and thirdly, the practical steps towards a political process to peace. First, the United Kingdom condemns the […]
Free legal advice to be provided to victims of sexual offences perpetrated by military personnel for the first time
Victims of sexual offences committed by those serving in the Armed Forces will receive free, independent legal advice, in a UK justice first, under new plans announced today. The Independent Legal Advocacy (ILA) support programme pilot will provide impartial legal support to anyone aged 18 or over, irrespective of whether they are Service personnel or […]
Clean energy upgrades for hospitals and military sites
£74 million for clean energy upgrades to cut bills by tens of millions for public buildings Hospitals and military bases to benefit from more efficient lighting, solar panels and heat pumps £9 million to be delivered in partnership with Great British Energy, funding new batteries and solar panels Communities are set to benefit from more […]
Foreign Secretary statement on the fifth anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar
Five years on from the military’s coup, the people of Myanmar face a deepening crisis. By overthrowing Aung San Suu Kyi’s democratically elected government, the will of the people was overturned and their political freedom taken away. Amidst this crisis, the UK remains committed to supporting a stable future for the people of Myanmar. In the past year we have supported over 1.4 million […]
New review of single living accommodation to transform military housing standards
Around 80,000 military personnel living in single and unaccompanied accommodation in the UK and overseas will see their living conditions transformed through a new independent review into single living accommodation provision. The Single Living Accommodation (SLA) and Overseas Estate Review was launched today by the Minister for Veterans and People at RAF Brize Norton, following […]
Cutting-edge drone degree to train military forces of the future unveiled
Aspiring Defence engineers will be fast-tracked to careers in cutting-edge military technology through a new defence-focused undergraduate drone degree. The new course will open for enrolment at the New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE) in Hereford from September 2026. The Minister for the Armed Forces, Al Carns MP visited the site today, seeing first-hand how the £240,000 investment […]
Major boost to pool of skilled former military personnel called upon in crises as UK strengthen preparedness
New measures are being introduced through the Armed Forces Bill to strengthen the UK’s Strategic Reserve (former Service personnel with an Ex Regular and Recall Reserve liability), to help Defence draw on their valuable skills and experiences in times of crisis. The Ministry of Defence is taking decisive action to boost readiness and deliver on […]
£2.5 million contract to revolutionise deployed military healthcare
A £2.5 million contract to develop a Deployed Clinical Record system to enable defence clinicians to access military medical records anywhere in the world, has been awarded by the Defence Medical Services to Leeds digital health-care solutions consultancy Avenue3. Developed for the Cyber & Specialist Operation Command’s Defence Medical Services, the Project Mercury application will […]
Statement on China’s military drills: December 2025
The FCDO has issued a statement in response to the latest Chinese military exercises around Taiwan. Source link
Exceptional military personnel recognised in the New Years Honours List
Military personnel from across the three services have been recognised for their dedication and exceptional service in the New Years Honours List, published today. The many achievements include providing life-saving humanitarian support to Caribbean islands struck by a powerful hurricane, the first ever female intelligence officer to reach the rank of General Officer, and adult volunteers who have changed the lives of thousands of cadets for well over 40 years. All […]