The UK Government has approved a request from the Department of Health (NI) for deployment of military medical personnel to support the accelerated rollout of vaccines in Northern Ireland. Military medical personnel have previously supported front line healthcare staff in Northern Ireland on coronavirus wards, helping to treat the sickest patients ...
The UK’s first fleet of uncrewed fighter aircraft is one step closer to reality following a £30 million contract to design and manufacture a prototype in a three-year deal supporting more than 100 jobs in Belfast. The uncrewed combat aircraft will be designed to fly at high-speed alongside fighter jets, armed ...
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced plans for a Defence Prosperity Programme to improve the UK economy. The Defence Prosperity Programme aims to boost the sector’s contribution to the economy and improve productivity. The measures were announced ahead of the Defence Prosperity Conference after last year’s review of the economic value ...
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced the number of Army reserves in Northern Ireland will increase by nearly 200. Mr Williamson made the announcement while visiting Northern Ireland based reservists from 152 (North Irish) Regiment, The Royal Logistic Corps and 2nd Battalion, the Royal Irish Regiment. During the visit he also received an ...