Download IPFS Fifteen individuals were arrested during a series of protests and counter-demonstrations outside hotels housing asylum seekers in England over the weekend. The unrest occurred in major cities including London, Newcastle, and Manchester, as tensions over the government’s migrant housing policy continue to escalate. In London, nine people were[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS The Afghan community in the Midlands expresses growing concerns over safety following a rise in reports of harassment and intimidation. Residents, community leaders, and support organisations highlight increased incidents affecting Afghans, prompting calls for stronger measures to protect vulnerable groups. Members of the Afghan diaspora report experiencing verbal[Read More…]

Download IPFS The UK Ministry of Defence is set to bolster the cyber capabilities of its armed forces by introducing new training initiatives focused on the digital and virtual aspects of modern warfare. The upcoming event set to take place in late 2026 will feature the International Defence Esports Games,[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS The Chancellor has committed to expanding defence spending and supporting Scottish industry, pledging targeted investment to create jobs and boost the clean energy sector as part of the government’s wider economic strategy. During a visit to Babcock’s shipbuilding site in Rosyth, Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed plans to raise[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS Heller Machine Tools is highlighting its UK-manufactured precision machining centres at this year’s Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) exhibition in London, showcasing its role in strengthening sovereign defence manufacturing and supply chain resilience. The company is exhibiting at the Make UK Defence Pavilion, where it is presenting[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS The Ministry of Defence’s most senior civil servant is set to leave his post following intense scrutiny over a major data breach that exposed the identities of tens of thousands of Afghans and British personnel involved in UK military operations. David Williams, the MoD’s permanent secretary, has informed[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS HMS Dauntless has carried out a simulated medical evacuation to HMS Prince of Wales, transferring a mock casualty as part of a training exercise within the UK Carrier Strike Group on 1 August. The drill tested emergency response capabilities at sea during Operation Highmast. The training scenario, known[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS A new report highlights the extensive economic and social contribution of the UK’s submarine industry, with a particular focus on Cumbria and the BAE Systems shipyard in Barrow-in-Furness. The findings point to a significant national and regional impact, with the sector supporting employment, education, and community development across[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS The Ministry of Defence has confirmed it is trialling high-altitude stratospheric balloons as part of efforts to enhance surveillance and communications capabilities across a range of operational environments. The initiative falls under Project Aether, a concept development programme supported by UK Defence Innovation and Defence Equipment & Support.[Read More…]

DOWNLOAD IPFS QinetiQ has completed a fast-tracked testing programme to certify the Airbus H145 D3 helicopters, known to the UK military as the Jupiter HC Mk2, for immediate operational use by the Ministry of Defence. The clearance enables six aircraft to be rapidly deployed to British forces stationed in Brunei[Read More…]