The Defence Secretary has extended the veteran’s housing offer, meaning that armed forces personnel can access military accommodation a year after they leave. Current housing offer rules allow military personnel to stay in accommodation up to six months after they leave active service. This will now be extended to 12 months ...
The Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced that the UK’s new fleet of submarine hunting aircraft will take to the skies over the Arctic next year. While visiting Royal Marines and Royal Navy personnel on winter training in Norway, Mr Williamson revealed that, as part of their first deployment next year, ...
Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has visited the new Taunton headquarters of UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) to commend its staff on vital contributions to Defence, UK Government and economic growth around the world. Mr Williamson met with UKHO staff to talk about its role in supporting maritime navigation, safety, security and marine ...
The Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has set out his vision for the future role of the UK’s Armed Forces following Britain’s exit from the European Union in a speech at Royal United Services Institute (RUSI). In his speech, Mr Williamson recognised the current threats facing the UK including competing powers, hostile ...