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...
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...
...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...
...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 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 …
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...
...the Defence Safety Authority is conducting a service inquiry to identify any further lessons to prevent a recurrence of this tragedy. Our thoughts remain with the families and friends of...
Today’s Defence news includes reporting on the review of women fighting on the frontline, Army vehicles and the future of the Old War Office. Women Soldiers The Daily Mail and...
...that around 60 veterans diagnosed with mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos during their time in service will benefit. An editorial in the paper welcomes the news, saying it is...
Today’s Defence news includes reporting on the First Gulf War Memorial and British soldiers who are expected to be questioned by police over the Bloody Sunday shootings. Bloody Sunday The Daily Telegraph reports that more than a dozen retired British …
...Trident Yesterday’s anti-nuclear protest is widely reported in today’s papers. The articles note that the MOD estimates four new submarines to carry Trident will cost £31 billion over the 20...