Defence in the Media: 19 May 2016
...BBC Radio One Newsbeat reports that the Army have been experiencing problems with its new body armour. An MOD Spokesperson said: Virtus is one of the most advanced integrated body...
...BBC Radio One Newsbeat reports that the Army have been experiencing problems with its new body armour. An MOD Spokesperson said: Virtus is one of the most advanced integrated body...
...Fallon said: These new missiles combined with our new F35 Lightning will enable us to hit our enemies harder. They are both part of our commitment to increase defence spending...
...attacks on 1 July 1916 and in later battles, including the major assault on Bazentin Ridge (14-17 July). Following the battles in mid-July, German troops started to adopt new tactics...
Of note for Defence news today is further coverage of the situation in Libya, and reporting on the Army's new reserve recruitment campaign. Libya Articles in The Sun and Mirror...
...This new approach will harness UK brainpower so that our Armed Forces get the best possible equipment, deliver better value for money, and boost exciting new companies. Tornado Collision The...
...The Portsmouth News and BBC South both report on the new line of Pacific 24 boats that are being made by BAE in Portsmouth. The reports state that the new...
Today’s defence news includes coverage of yesterday’s announcement that veterans with an asbestos-related cancer will now be able to claim lump sum compensation following their campaign for fair treatment. ASBESTOS...
Of note for Defence news today, BBC Radio 4 's Today Programme reported that Michael Fallon has become the first Defence Secretary in more than a decade to visit the...
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...
Today’s defence news covers the latest Daesh propaganda video, allegations against British troops and the situation in Kabul and Libya, along with some unusual military pageantry. DAESH PROPAGANDA VIDEO Reporting...