What happens to defence vehicles at the end of their service? It’s something you might not have considered, unless you work at GovPlanet. A spin-off from sister company IronPlanet, this new branch resells surplus defence materiel to generate procurement efficiencies. Here, GovPlanet UK and Europe Managing Director David Shouesmith tells ...
Women in Defence UK exists for a community of people who wish to promote the value of women in defence. We aim to encourage women to succeed authentically, share experience, build networks and encourage talent at all levels to join the defence sector.’ The inaugural Women in Defence Awards were announced ...
The Scottish Government has announced an extra £600,000 funding over the next three years for veterans and ex-service charities. Veterans Secretary Keith Brown announced the funding ahead of the 2016 Armed Forces and Veterans Champions Annual Gathering in Glasgow. The Scottish Veterans Fund opens to applicants this autumn and helps a wide ...
Queen Elizabeth and The Duke of Edinburgh received their Long Service and Good Conduct medals on Tuesday, following an extension of the awards to all Armed Forces, including those ranked as military officers. The award recognises the good conduct of personnel over a 15 year period, and now extends to cover ...