UK Defence Journal 'Weekly Brief'

Welcome to the UK Defence Journal ‘Weekly Brief’. Below you will find some of the most popular articles on our website over the last week.

British jets scramble to intercept Russian aircraft near UK

November 15, 2024 

The Ministry of Defence confirmed that two Typhoon jets from RAF Lossiemouth in Scotland were deployed to monitor a Russian Bear-F reconnaissance aircraft.

Royal Navy aircraft carrier arriving in Scotland shortly

November 15, 2024 

Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales is on its way to Loch Long for ammunitioning, trials, and defence-related activities.

UK scraps plans to sell Royal Navy ship, keeps in service

November 15, 2024 

HMS Scott, the largest ocean survey vessel in Western Europe, will remain in Royal Navy service until 2033 following a comprehensive Life Extension Programme (SLEP).

British Army aims to enhance Combat Brigade capabilities

November 15, 2024 

Luke Pollard MP, Armed Forces Minister, provided details on the measures being implemented to ratchet up the British Army’s lethality, mobility, and protection.

King visits Royal Marines training centre, honours recruits

November 15, 2024 

The King visited the Royal Marines Commando Training Centre in Lympstone, marking his first appearance there as the ceremonial head of the Royal Marines.

British firm BAE building new artillery factory in Sheffield

November 15, 2024 

The aim is to deliver long-term artillery production capabilities for the UK, as well as provide opportunities for exports.

Russian spy ship currently operating near British coast

November 15, 2024 

A Russian intelligence vessel, Yantar, has been spotted operating near critical underwater infrastructure in the Irish Sea and is currently being monitored by the British military.

Sections of new warship arrive in Glasgow from Tyne

November 14, 2024 

A&P Tyne, part of the APCL Group, has completed the fabrication of four stern end units for Type 26 Frigate HMS Belfast.

UK Government defends Chagos sovereignty agreement

November 14, 2024 

“Without legal certainty, the base simply cannot operate effectively. Continued uncertainty would be a gift to our adversaries”, said the UK Government.

British carrier prepares for chemical threats in training

November 14, 2024 

On National Engineering Day, the aircraft carrier’s Marine Engineers donned drysuits and tested one of the more unusual, but essential, defence systems aboard: the CBRN washing-down system.