Defence in the Media: 12 May 2016
This morning’s papers carry articles on HMS Sutherland escorting a Russian ship, same sex marriages on military bases and Afghan interpreters.
This morning’s papers carry articles on HMS Sutherland escorting a Russian ship, same sex marriages on military bases and Afghan interpreters.
Team UK pulled out all the stops on day three of the finals and semi-finals in Orlando, Florida with a stash of medals taken in the pool. A fantastic 46 medals went to the UK in less than five hours of swimming …
Of note for Defence news today is further reporting on yesterday's report into Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), and continued coverage of the Invictus Games in Orlando. RPAS The Telegraph carries a story following up yesterday’s report by the Joint Committee …
The second day of finals competitions in Orlando, Florida saw the UK take 36 medals at the Invictus Games 2016.
Four days of international competition are underway in Orlando, Florida at the second Invictus Games - and the UK team is already doing their nation proud and has bagged a large number of medals.
Today’s defence news review looks at a range of issues including a legal judgement in relation to Afghan interpreters, the publication of the Chilcot report, the Invictus Games and the Government’s policy on ‘drone’ strikes. AFGHAN INTERPRETERS The Times, Daily …
Among today’s stories is Prince Harry’s speech at the Invictus Games opening ceremony, and the tragic news of the death of a soldier in Wales.
We are sad to report the death of a soldier following an incident in Brecon, Wales, earlier today.
The Invictus Games for wounded, sick and injured personnel and veterans begins tomorrow, following the opening ceremony tonight.
Today’s defence news review looks at veterans’ medical treatment, overweight troops, travel costs for staff and the long-anticipated opening of the Invictus Games in Florida.