UK enters next stage of Fleet Solid Support competition

Contracts have been awarded to four consortia, all of which include significant UK involvement, to develop their bids to build three new Fleet Solid Support ships for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary and Royal Navy.

Veterans’ mental health services to receive £2.7 million boost

Armed forces veterans will benefit from extra support including extra mental health services thanks to a further £2.7 million funding

Kabul evacuation enters its final stages

The UK Armed Forces have now entered the final stages of the evacuation from Hamid Karzai Airport (HKIA) in Kabul.

MDP Dog Unit awarded national accreditation

During the year that the Force celebrates its 50th anniversary, the Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) Dog Training School has achieved national accreditation.

Government and charities highlight veterans support, in light of situation in Afghanistan

The meeting outlined support available to former service personnel across the UK and agreed to share information and best practice on supporting veterans.