UK Defence Secretary Reveals Military Readiness Crisis
John Healey reveals alarming new figures showing Britain's military equipment shortages and recruitment failures, sparking urgent calls for government action.
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Veterans get free Remembrance Sunday taxi rides
A remarkable taxi company founded by former military personnel is ensuring Britain's veterans can attend London's Remembrance Sunday service by providing complimentary transport to the Cenotaph.
Military housing scandal: Heroes live in squalor
Exclusive investigation reveals shocking state of military accommodation as service families face mould, vermin and collapsing ceilings while defence spending soars.
Mother: No justice for soldier daughter after assault death
The heartbroken mother of Private Jodie Deebe speaks out as her daughter's sexual assailant receives prison sentence, claiming true justice remains elusive for the young soldier's tragic death.
Gov Expands Health Hotel Accommodation for Vulnerable
Exclusive: The government is significantly expanding its emergency accommodation programme, placing vulnerable individuals and families in hotels and other temporary housing to address urgent health and welfare needs across Britain.
Sudan Maternity Hospital Horror: Newborns Perish
Tragedy strikes a Khartoum maternity hospital as intense fighting prevents life-saving care, leading to multiple newborn deaths in what doctors describe as a catastrophic situation.
Iron Man MP demands UK defence spending boost to 3%
Former Armed Forces Minister James Heappey calls for urgent increase to 3% of GDP on defence, warning Britain faces 'dangerous decade' amid global threats.
King Charles backs memorial for LGBT veterans
The monarch has given his support to the UK's first permanent memorial dedicated to LGBT veterans who faced persecution while serving their country.
UK's £8m daily asylum hotel bill exposes system failure
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's broken asylum system is costing taxpayers £8 million daily on hotel accommodation alone, with both Conservative and Labour policies failing to address the deepening crisis.
King Charles unveils memorial to LGBT military veterans
The King unveils first national memorial to LGBT veterans affected by Britain's pre-2000 military ban, acknowledging 'a painful period of discrimination'.
King Charles hosts LGBT veterans at Buckingham Palace
The monarch personally welcomed veterans who were unfairly dismissed from the military under historic ban on homosexuality in armed forces
King Charles unveils UK's first LGBT armed forces memorial
In a landmark moment for military inclusivity, King Charles has officially inaugurated Britain's first national memorial honouring LGBT veterans affected by the armed forces' former gay ban.
Royal Navy veterans march 135 miles over housing crisis
Former Royal Navy personnel complete 135-mile Staffordshire protest march, demanding government action on veteran homelessness and housing support failures.
King Charles to Honour First UK Veterans' Commissioner
The King will attend a special dedication ceremony for the UK's inaugural Veterans' Commissioner, marking a significant moment for British armed forces recognition and royal support.
Billionaire's £45m record donation to UK armed forces
Timothy Mellon, billionaire heir to the Pittsburgh banking dynasty, makes unprecedented £45 million donation to support British military personnel and their families through the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust.
Anonymous donor pays military during Trump shutdown
An anonymous benefactor steps forward to cover military salaries after President Trump's controversial shutdown threatened armed forces pay, raising questions about private funding of public services.
Royal British Legion faces backlash over poppy changes
The Royal British Legion faces veteran outrage after replacing traditional paper poppies with digital QR codes and controversial wristbands in this year's appeal, sparking accusations of disrespecting the fallen.
Royal British Legion opens PTSD support centre for military
The Royal British Legion opens a revolutionary mental health hub in London offering specialised treatment for armed forces personnel and veterans struggling with PTSD and trauma.
Army instructors face court martial over teen recruit sex claims
Shocking allegations emerge as military instructors stand accused of engaging in sexual activity with a teenage recruit and treating her as their 'naked maid' in a major defence scandal.
Royal Marines: No Woman Has Passed Commando Course
A senior Royal Marines colonel reveals no woman has completed the elite commando course despite new standards, urging top sportswomen to attempt the ultimate military challenge.
British Army's Secret Ukraine Training Role Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how British military personnel have been secretly training Ukrainian forces since 2014, with operations intensifying dramatically after Russia's full-scale invasion.
Labour's Digital Veteran Card to Replace Physical IDs
Labour Party announces revolutionary digital veteran card to replace physical IDs, streamlining access to services and recognition for UK armed forces personnel.
Digital ID Cards Roll Out for UK Veterans
UK armed forces veterans are set to receive new digital identification cards as part of a significant government initiative to streamline access to services and support.
Digital ID Cards for UK Veterans in Government Pilot
UK veterans to trial revolutionary digital identification system that could replace physical documents in major Whitehall digital transformation initiative
2 Million UK Veterans Left Behind in Digital Age
Shocking new figures reveal nearly two million British military veterans are struggling with basic digital skills, creating a worrying isolation gap among those who served our nation.
Drunken sailor dismissed from Royal Navy after attack
A Royal Navy sailor has been dismissed in disgrace after a shocking alcohol-fuelled assault on fellow crew members, marking another disciplinary crisis within Britain's armed forces.
Healey's tribute to Kenyan-British soldier transforms army policy
John Healey honours Private John Mbugua in emotional Commons address, pledging diversity reforms that will transform Britain's military recruitment and culture.
Free rail travel for veterans on Remembrance weekend
UK rail operators honour armed forces veterans with complimentary travel during Remembrance weekend. Discover eligibility criteria and booking details for this heartfelt initiative.
US Military Faces Obesity Crisis Threatening National Security
Exclusive investigation reveals alarming obesity epidemic within US armed forces, with nearly one-third of young Americans too overweight to serve, threatening national security.
British military's obesity crisis: Troops get weight loss surgery
Exclusive investigation reveals hundreds of UK troops have undergone NHS gastric procedures, with obesity rates tripling since 2015, raising serious concerns about military readiness and national security.
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