Defence news today includes the appointment of Gavin Williamson as Defence Secretary and the poppy appeal.
New Defence Secretary
There has been widespread coverage across broadcast, print and online media on the appointment of Gavin Williamson as Secretary of State for Defence.
Secretary of State for Defence Gavin Williamson said:
I am both honoured and excited to have been appointed Defence Secretary. I have always had the greatest admiration for the professionalism and valour of all those who serve in our country’s Armed Forces.
The United Kingdom faces rising threats in a worsening international security situation, making Defence’s work all the more important. It is imperative that we continue to take the fight to Daesh and keep Britain safe. As we leave the European Union, and forge a new Global Britain, Defence has the opportunity to deepen old friendships and contribute to building new ones around the world.
I am determined to ensure that the Armed Forces receive the recognition they deserve for the great work they do, including through the Armed Forces Covenant, and that they evolve both to meet the changing threats that we face, and to ensure that they properly represent the modern society that they defend.
Remembrance – the poppy appeal
There is widespread coverage of the poppy appeal. The Times and Telegraph included a picture story of a replica Spitfire adorned with 1,600 poppies at Westquay, Southampton, for Remembrance Day. Hundreds of Spitfires were built in the city. Meanwhile The Scotsman includes a picture from a poppy appeal display in Aberlady in their Picture Gallery. The Sun cover Aled Jones’ donation at Cardiff Poppy Day.
Image of the day:
Image shows the new Defence Secretary, Gavin Alexander Williamson, CBE MP (centre) Permanent Secretary Stephen Lovegrove (left) and Vice Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Gordon Messenger (right) entering the Ministry of Defence Main Building.
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