Former International Development Secretary: Yemen Aid Cuts Are A 'Terrible Mistake'
Andrew Mitchell, who served as International Development Secretary in 2010-12, spoke to BFBS Sitrep.
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UK General Sir Nick Carter: UK Military Chief's Term Extended
The Prime Minister has asked Gen Carter to continue in his role as Chief of the Defence Staff until later this year.
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Politics Integrated Review Publish Date Set
It has been described as the "biggest review of our foreign, defence, security and development policy since the end of the Cold War".
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Politics Armed Forces Bill: House Of Commons Launches Select Committee
The committee is responsible for scrutinising the bill and is chaired by James Sunderland, the Conservative MP for Bracknell.
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Veterans Budget 2021: Extra £10m Announced For Veterans' Mental Health Support
Chancellor Rishi Sunak set out the additional funding as he delivered his Budget statement to the House of Commons.
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UK No Annual Pay Rise For Most UK Military Personnel This Year
The Armed Forces pay review body has been formally asked to delay its next recommendation to ministers.
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Cadets Uncertainty Over Return Of Face-To-Face Cadet Training
Defence Minister Baroness Goldie told the House of Lords there would be a "cautious but progressive" return of activity.
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UK World Could Face More Chemical Attacks, Defence Secretary Warns
Speaking almost three years after the nerve agent attack in Salisbury, Ben Wallace said Russia remained an "adversary" of the UK.
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Wales UK Government Set To Establish Veterans Commissioner For Wales
Veterans Commissioners aim to improve the lives of former personnel by working with private and voluntary organisations that represent them.
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Iraq Sir John Major: Going To War With Iraq Was On My Mind 'Every Waking Moment'
The war was to be one of the first major tests for Sir John Major, who had only just become Prime Minister.
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Gulf War 'Threat Of The Unexpected': Former Defence Secretary Recalls Operation Granby
Lord King spoke to Forces News about the "first TV war" and his memories as conflict unfolded in the Gulf.
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Politics Shadow Defence Secretary: 'Size Does Matter' Regarding Strength Of UK Armed Forces
John Healey's comments follow reports next month's Integrated Review will recommend major cuts to personnel and resources.
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Politics US Accounts For 40% Of World's Defence Spending
The United States spent $738bn on defence in 2020, more than the next 15 top spenders combined.
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Army Tobias Ellwood: Reports Of Army Cuts Have 'Taken Everybody By Surprise'
It is understood officials are considering upgrading 150 Challenger 2 tanks while 77 could be scrapped.
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China Growing Risk Of Accidental Conflict Between West And China, Experts Warn
The Defence Select Committee heard how the South China Sea could become a hotspot as China's military ambitions grow.
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Army Troop Cuts Could Mean 'Limited Ability To Respond To Events', Former Commander Says
Retired Major General Tim Cross said he fears as many as 10,000 troops could be cut from the Army as a result of the Integrated Review.