UK Defence Journal

At the UK Defence Journal, our mission is to deliver unbiased and thorough coverage of defense issues both in the UK and globally. Our team consists of dedicated volunteers who work without any payment or external funding. We don't operate as a traditional company or business; instead, we are a collective of writers who contribute to the blog whenever they can. The UK Defence Journal remains independent and unaffiliated with any political party or organization, with our contributors representing a diverse range of political views.

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Britain looking to accelerate artillery purchase

2 days ago | ukdefencejournal.org.uk | Lisa West

In a written response to a parliamentary question from Conservative MP James Cartlidge, Minister of State Maria Eagle stated: “The Mobile Fires Platform project team will deliver the Remote Controlled Howitzer (RCH) 155 gun system this decade.
Senior U.S Special ops chief sacked after loss of confidence

1 week ago | ukdefencejournal.org.uk | George Allison

The U.S. Air Force has confirmed that Command Chief Master Sergeant Anthony Green has been relieved of his duties as the senior enlisted leader of Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), following a decision by the organisation’s commander, Lieutenant General Mike Conley. The dismissal, effective 14 April, was announced in a brief statement citing a “loss in confidence in his ability to fulfil his duties.” No further details were provided.
Experts outline views on naval capability gapping

1 week ago | ukdefencejournal.org.uk | George Allison

In this edition of The Big Ask, five leading experts tackle the question from different perspectives, offering sharp insight into what the loss of these vessels means—and what it signals about wider defence policy. Charlotte Kleberg, Associate Fellow at the Royal Navy Strategic Studies Centre, warns that the decision to dispose of Albion and Bulwark may be short-sighted: “Unused, the ships still signal capacity.
Princess Royal opens new BAE shipbuilding academy in Glasgow

1 week ago | ukdefencejournal.org.uk | George Allison

Located at the company’s Scotstoun shipyard, the new facility is central to BAE’s long-term strategy to modernise its Clyde operations and support the delivery of eight cutting-edge Type 26 frigates for the Royal Navy. Measuring 5,500 square metres, the academy includes a multipurpose learning hub with over 30 teaching zones, a science and engineering innovation space, and a high-spec trade hall featuring mock-up ship compartments for hands-on training.
MPs propose UK-Ukraine defence tech hub

1 week ago | ukdefencejournal.org.uk | George Allison

Fred Thomas MP, Co-Chair of the Defence Technology All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG), announced the initiative today, describing the proposal as “a strategic no-brainer.”Under the plan, a portion of the UK’s £3 billion annual defence support for Ukraine would be redirected to fund defence manufacturing on British soil. The equipment produced would be shipped directly to Ukraine, with a small portion retained for the UK’s own Armed Forces.
Why ‘Operation Highmast’ matters to the UK

1 week ago | ukdefencejournal.org.uk | George Allison

As HMS Prince of Wales prepares to sail east on Operation Highmast, senior personnel have underscored the deployment’s significance—not only as a high-profile show of strength for the Royal Navy, but as the moment the UK’s fifth-generation F-35B stealth jets reach full operating capability (FOC) at sea.
Decision on more rocket artillery still pending

1 week ago | ukdefencejournal.org.uk | George Allison

The Ministry of Defence has not yet reached a decision on whether to acquire an additional 15 M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) launchers and one more Repair and Recovery Vehicle (RRV), citing the ongoing Strategic Defence Review as a determining factor.
British stealth jets to hit full carrier strike combat power

1 week ago | ukdefencejournal.org.uk | George Allison

British F-35B stealth jets will join HMS Prince of Wales next week on a high-profile deployment to the Indo-Pacific, where they will aim to declare full operating capability in a milestone for UK carrier strike capability. The 65,000-tonne aircraft carrier will lead the UK Carrier Strike Group on Operation Highmast, a mission spanning the Mediterranean, Indian Ocean and Pacific.
No rank changes planned as defence reforms take shape

1 week ago | ukdefencejournal.org.uk | George Allison

Responding to a series of written questions from Conservative MP James Cartlidge, Minister of State Maria Eagle stated that “this Government is bringing in the deepest reforms in UK Defence for 50 years, to speed up decision-making, secure faster delivery and achieve the best value for money for our troops and taxpayers.” While Eagle acknowledged that organisational structures are still being refined during the implementation of the reforms, she was clear that there is “no intent to replace...
Cyber resilience key to UK defence says Minister

1 week ago | ukdefencejournal.org.uk | George Allison

Speaking before the Defence Committee as part of the “Defence in the Grey Zone” inquiry, Pollard outlined how the Ministry of Defence is adapting its approach to cyber warfare. “The UK is under continuous cyber-attack from malign actors worldwide,” he said, stressing the importance of cooperation between Defence and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).