Opinion Section
Britain could soon lose control of its defence industry
The US want to lead the industry – and they've got the market to be the leader argues Keith Hartley, Emeritus Professor of Economics, University of York.
How we defeat the drones
The blossoming of drones is not unlike that of the development of aircraft in the First World War argues Lt Col Stuart Crawford.
NAVAL NEWS
Independence ‘rhetoric’ risks shipbuilding in Scotland
The Defence Secretary told the UK Defence Journal that Scottish shipbuilding would be "put at risk" with Scottish independence.
We need more frigates and destroyers
"We know that we do not have enough ships—we need more frigates and more destroyers", argues James Sunderland MP.
A report into the status of Scotland’s new ferries
Ferguson Marine has achieved key milestones in the construction of the MV Glen Sannox and MV Glen Rosa, including successful sea trials and the launch of Glen Rosa.
AVIATION NEWS
First graduates on Protector drone training
The Royal Air Force has announced the graduation of the first personnel trained to operate the Protector RG Mk1.
Boeing working on AI software for aerial refuelling missions
In a simulated environment, Boeing’s team successfully conducted a demonstration where a F/A-18 pilot remotely commanded an unmanned MQ-25 to deploy a refuelling drogue and refuel the Super Hornet.
Poland’s First F-35A takes shape
This F-35A is the first of 32 ordered by Poland as part of its modernisation efforts to enhance its defence capabilities.
LAND NEWS
Brighton man convicted on multiple terrorism charges
The arrest occurred on June 27, 2023, after officers discovered detailed plans on Reynolds' phone for an attack on a synagogue near Brighton.
UK aid to Ukraine excludes further Challenger tanks
Previously, the United Kingdom had donated 14 Challenger 2 tanks to Ukraine.
UK confirms no plans to send laser weapon to Ukraine
During a recent parliamentary session, questions were raised concerning the specifics of the UK's military aid to Ukraine.
International News
Fact Checks
The myth that nukes are in Scotland to keep England safe
Misconceptions can often take root and spread quickly, one incorrect claim is that the UK stores all of its nukes in Scotland because they're too dangerous to keep in England.
Would UK naval shipbuilding continue in Scotland if it left the UK?
Naval shipbuilding in Scotland has become controversial once again.