Defence in the Media: 12 March 2016
Today’s defence news summary includes coverage of the UK’s support of the fight against Daesh in Iraq and success for RFA Lyme Bay. Iraq The Today Programme, BBC News, Sky...
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The Duke of Edinburgh opens The Prince Philip Barracks at MOD Lyneham
...of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME), whose regimental headquarters are now located at The Prince Philip Barracks. The visit began with a Guard of Honour outside the Brunel...
Defence in the Media: 11 March 2016
...in London. SMEs The Telegraph (Business) covers the MOD’s SME policy refresh, writing that the department has ‘declared war’ on red tape in an attempt to get more defence contracts...
Defence in the Media: 10 March 2016
...exposed details of the terrorist network’s global recruitment programme. They state that security services were last night examining files alleged to contain names, addresses, and family contacts of 22,000 jihadist...
Defence in the Media: 9 March 2016
...non-contributory pension, progression pay and service accommodation. The Government has accepted the independent Armed Forces’ Pay Review Body’s proposal for a one per cent increase. Support for Armed Forces An...
Defence in the Media: 8 March 2016
This morning’s broadcast headlines are led by the news that the EU and Turkey have agreed the broad principles of a plan to ease the migration crisis, but have delayed...
Defence in the Media: 7 March 2016
...Brocklesby will be the first ship upgraded in the centre of excellence as it is moved into the hall for a year-long comprehensive maintenance programme on Wednesday (9 March). It...
Defence in the Media: 6 March 2016
...Cairngorm mountain range from 26 February to 6 March. The event is open to Regulars, Reservists, and Officer Cadets. More than 80 personnel have competed in Alpine racing and snowboarding....
Defence in the Media: 5 March 2016
Defence stories appearing today include reporting on the Syrian ceasefire, laser pens being aimed at US military jets and speculation that British military bases could become migrant camps. Migrant camps The Daily Mail online reports that British military bases could …
Defence in the media: Friday 4 March 2016
Today’s defence news includes coverage of yesterday’s £642 million investment announcement in the Successor submarine programme. Successor The New Day and The Sun report on the Defence Secretary’s announcement yesterday...