UK Defence Journal @UKDefJournal
Independent website publishing British defence news and analysis. ukdefencejournal.org.uk United Kingdom Joined January 2014-
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The Defence industry trade body Make UK Defence says John Healey's resignation should be "a wake-up call for those inside Government still blocking the acceleration of defence investment". Click image for more. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=69969
A techUK survey of 45 defence technology suppliers has found 93% reassessing investment or recruitment, 73% hit by contract suspensions and 87% by funding delays, with the unpublished Defence Investment Plan named as the single biggest driver. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=69970
The RAF's 51 Squadron has deployed the Rivet Joint electronic spy aircraft to Ørland Air Base in Norway, operating with minimal support alongside Norwegian F-35s. Click image for more. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=69968
ADS chief executive Kevin Craven says John Healey's resignation has sent the trade body "reeling" and is "a damning reflection on the current state of affairs", warning that "national security and defence of the realm is not an accountant's job". ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=69971
The findings of an internal review into Army Reserve basic training will not be published, the MoD has told Parliament, with no external stakeholders consulted. Click image for more. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=69967
A British businessman and his Greek partner have been found guilty of illegally brokering fighter jets, surface-to-air missiles and thousands of assault rifles to conflict zones after an HMRC investigation. Click image for more. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/?p=69962
The Commons Defence Committee has called John Healey's resignation a "grave moment", with chair @TanDhesi saying the government "must take that warning with the utmost seriousness". ukdefencejournal.org.uk/healey-resigna…
The UK is a frontline nation already in conflict with Russia and the government must wake up to that reality in the wake of John Healey's resignation as Defence Secretary, Labour MP @GraemeDownieMP has said ukdefencejournal.org.uk/healey-exit-mu…
My letter to the Prime Minister
John Healey has resigned as Secretary of State for Defence, telling the Prime Minister that the financial settlement behind the long-awaited Defence Investment Plan falls well short of what the country needs. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/healey-quits-a…
Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned, telling Starmer the Defence Investment Plan settlement "falls well short of what is required" and would force cuts to readiness.
The Immortals have landed! We welcome back 809NAS, these 5th generation aircraft enable the Carrier Strike Group to project power and defend NATO's northern flank ⚡️⚡️⚡️. #WeAreNATO #ArcticSentry
BREAKING: Defence Secretary John Healey effectively confirms the Defence Investment Plan will not come out this week. There had been talk about the plan - or elements of it - being revealed on Friday when parliament is not sitting. The speaker said he would be “appalled” should that happen. Asked for his response to the speaker’s concerns, Mr Healey told a news conference with the foreign secretary and their Australian counterparts: “when we publish significant reports we respect parliament” The potential Friday date had replaced an initial aim to get the DIP out this Thursday. It will now be pushed into next week as the Ministry of Defence pushes for more money
We've found a leaked copy of the Defence Investment Plan, be warned that clicking this may be illegal due to the Kemp Act. itv.com/watch/ultimate…
AI algorithms developed under AUKUS Pillar 2 have not yet been deployed on RAF P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, the Ministry of Defence has told Parliament. Click image for more. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/aukus-ai-not-y…
The majority of the United Kingdom's largest-ever drone package for Ukraine, set to deliver at least 120,000 drones this year, will be spent with British firms. Click image for more. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-firms-…
The conflict in Iran has changed the delivery schedules of some US-manufactured munitions destined for the British armed forces, the Ministry of Defence has told Parliament. Click image for more. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/iran-war-hits-…
🇬🇧These are not just "ministerial jets" - they are the replacement jets for the HQ Air Command "Command Support Air Transport" which may be used by senior civilian officials if not required for ops. Not fit for purpose without Defensive Aids Suite.
Britain's plan to put its two Falcon 900LX ministerial jets onto the Military Aircraft Register and to fit them with the defensive countermeasures needed for dangerous airspace has been paused while other work takes priority. Click image for more. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/britain-pauses…
The Defence Investment Plan will be judged on whether Britain can sustain the forces it fields. Click image for more. ukdefencejournal.org.uk/the-real-test-…
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