Defence in the media: 23 March 2015

Defence spending The US is confident that Britain remains a "force of its own in the World", the Defence Secretary says today amid a growing backlash over the Conservative's failure...
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Defence spending The US is confident that Britain remains a "force of its own in the World", the Defence Secretary says today amid a growing backlash over the Conservative's failure...
...in Vanuatu at 2 pm local time on Thursday 19 March, carrying 1,640 shelter kits which can house families of five people and more than 1,900 solar lanterns with inbuilt...
...(old uniform) and LT Strachan (new uniform) on board HMS LANCASTER, 19 March 2015. [Picture: Crown Copyright] Follow us on Twitter and don’t forget to sign up for email alerts....
British naval base in Bahrain The Independent has reported that the government will face a major legal challenge over a new Royal Navy base inBahrain following accusations that Britain sacrificed...
Prince Harry After initial speculation several days ago, Prince Harry has confirmed that he will be leaving the army after a 10 year career in which he experienced two tours...
...and women last year alone on more than 300 commitments in 50 countries. Since 2010 we have delivered sustained contributions to operations most notably in Afghanistan, including the successful transfer...
...Afghanistan 2001 to 2014, at St Paul’s Cathedral today (Friday 13 March). They joined members of the Armed Forces, veterans, the Next of Kin of deceased personnel, representatives of military...
Ebola There is widespread coverage that a female Army medic has tested positive for the Ebola virus in Sierra Leone. Public Health England, the Department of Health, the Ministry of...
...best value for money for the taxpayer. Travel is an essential part of MOD business, either to MOD sites across the UK and overseas or to hold meetings with Government...
...danger. Image of the day Every year on the second Monday in March, 53 countries join together in celebration of the links they share as members of one diverse and...