UK military not ready for full-scale war, warns top general
The head of the British Armed Forces admits the UK is unprepared for a major conflict, citing budget limits and a 'peace dividend'. He warns readiness may take years. Read the full story.
The head of the British Armed Forces admits the UK is unprepared for a major conflict, citing budget limits and a 'peace dividend'. He warns readiness may take years. Read the full story.
The head of the British Armed Forces admits the UK is unprepared for major conflict, citing budget limits and a 'peace dividend'. Read the full chilling assessment.
The UK's last military helicopter factory in Yeovil faces closure, putting 3,000 jobs at risk, unless the Ministry of Defence signs a crucial £1bn contract with Leonardo Helicopters by March. Act now to secure vital UK defence manufacturing.
The future of Britain's last military helicopter factory in Yeovil hangs in the balance as the Ministry of Defence delays signing a crucial £1bn contract, putting 3,000 skilled jobs at immediate risk.
Amid a weakened military, Britain faces calls for a defence revival. Analysis reveals spending has slumped from 7% of GDP in 1956 to just 2% today. Can the UK rebuild its forces?
A damning report by a former RAF chief reveals UK defence spending is being consumed by inefficiency, leaving the military shrinking despite budget hikes. Read the full analysis.
UK Defence Secretary John Healey visits Kyiv after a massive Russian drone and missile barrage, as Britain commits £200m to prepare troops for potential Ukraine deployment. Read the latest.
The UK Ministry of Defence confronts a £28bn funding gap over four years. We examine the causes, from rising costs to new threats, and what it means for national security. Read the full analysis.
Bardsey Island, a remote Welsh isle with only three permanent residents, is recruiting for three unique roles. Live and work in Europe's first dark sky sanctuary. Apply now for a life-changing opportunity.
Asian markets mostly gained Friday, buoyed by a Wall Street defence rally after Trump's spending pledge. Focus turns to US jobs data and a key Supreme Court tariff ruling. Read the latest analysis.
Sir Keir Starmer has agreed with France and Germany to deploy a British peacekeeping force to Ukraine if a ceasefire with Russia is reached. Have your say in our poll.
Sir Keir Starmer agrees with France and Germany to deploy a UK peacekeeping force to Ukraine post-ceasefire. MPs will vote on the plan. Have your say in our poll.
President Trump proposes an unprecedented $1.5 trillion military budget for 2027, a massive increase aimed at building a 'Dream Military' amid global tensions. Read the full analysis.
Ford CEO warns of a severe shortage of skilled blue-collar workers, with high-paying mechanic roles going vacant despite salaries up to $160,000. Discover the barriers and opportunities.
Ford CEO warns of a severe skilled trades shortage, with 5,000 mechanic roles paying up to $120k unfilled. Discover why the workforce can't meet demand.
The White House publishes revisionist account of Capitol riot while UK forces assist in intercepting a sanctioned Russian tanker near Scotland. Read the latest developments.
The White House publishes a revisionist account of the January 6th Capitol riot. In a separate incident, UK forces assist the US in seizing a sanctioned oil tanker near Scotland. Read the full analysis.
Next has upgraded its full-year profit forecast following better-than-expected Christmas trading. However, the retailer warns of a significant slowdown ahead due to UK employment pressures. Read the full analysis.
Britain leads Europe in hybrid work roles, with 42% of job ads offering home-working. Discover how this trend is reshaping the UK's employment landscape and the battle for talent.
Ex-SAS soldier Robert Craft warns new Northern Ireland legacy legislation is harming recruitment and morale, leaving Britain vulnerable. Read the exclusive interview.
The UK government will offer paid military gap year placements to under-25s from March 2026, aiming to recruit over 1,000 annually. Discover how this 'whole of society' defence plan works.
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch rules out compulsory national service, saying young people need jobs and hope to believe in Britain. Unveils £50bn defence fund plan.
Britain is developing a new missile defence system to protect cities from aerial attack. Senior military figures warn the UK is exposed and must prepare for modern warfare. Read the full report.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch announces a £50 billion Sovereign Defence Fund, repurposing money from Labour's climate initiatives to bolster UK military readiness. Read the full plan.
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
The US job market feels stalled with 7.4 million unemployed, but new data reveals a decade of growth ahead in healthcare, AI, and clean energy. Discover the top 10 fastest-growing roles.
UK fails to reach agreement on joining EU's €150bn SAFE defence fund. British defence firms limited to third-country participation despite post-Brexit reset efforts.
The EU's defence chief has proposed a major integration of the bloc's defence industry with Ukraine, including a €1.5bn support package. Discover how this strategic shift responds to US disengagement.
New research shows 72% of British teenagers view careers like construction and childcare as gender-specific, despite parental support for breaking norms. Discover the findings and the call for change.
Britain secures a £4 billion maritime agreement with Indonesia, creating 1,000 UK jobs in Rosyth, Bristol, and Plymouth. The deal boosts British shipbuilding and strengthens global defence ties.