The Defence Secretary has promised £1.3 billion to improve MOD testing sites. The funding comes from supplier QinetiQ and will support an estimated 1,800 people across MOD testing sites. The 16 sites include major projects like the HMS Queen Elizabeth aircraft carrier and Dreadnaught submarines. Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson said: “Ensuring our ...
A Parliament reception hosted a charity assisting armed forces personnel and veterans find outdoor careers post-service. HighGround is a charity based in the capital that finds outdoor careers such as agricultural work for veterans and serving personnel. They also provide horticultural therapy to wounded veterans and is now delivered through the Defence ...
New initiatives expand accommodation and working hour options to improve life in service for personnel. New measures such as flexible working hours and extra accommodation choices are being introduced to improve life in service. Personnel can apply for flexible service, allowing them to work part-time, and will have the choice of ...
The MOD has marked the anniversary of the launch of Project Servator which protects Defence personnel and infrastructure. The Ministry of Defence Police (MDP) launched Project Servator two years ago to protect Defence staff, assets, and facilities in the UK. The initiative also extends to protecting local communities and providing a wider ...