MP for the yard Graeme Downie, who has made securing new investment for Rosyth one of his top priorities since his election last year, said the decision was “a clear vote of confidence in our world-class workforce”.

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Rosyth may play a central role in supporting an expanded nuclear submarine fleet under a £340 million infrastructure programme, the UK Defence Journal understands.

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Total defence spending under NATO’s definition is forecast at 2.36% in 2025-26, reaching 2.60% in 2027-28.

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Admiral Sir Tony Radakin has formally stepped down as Chief of the Defence Staff, closing a 40-year career in uniform that spanned command at sea, reform in Whitehall, and leadership through one of the most turbulent periods in recent British history.

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Raytheon, part of RTX, has announced the first live maritime test of its AN/SPY-6(V)4 radar in partnership with the US Navy, the company stated.

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Scottish Labour MSP Paul Sweeney has pressed ministers to ensure that steel from Scotland is used in the landmark deal to build five Type 26 frigates for Norway.

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Scottish Labour MSP Paul Sweeney has pressed ministers to ensure that steel from Scotland is used in the landmark deal to build five Type 26 frigates for Norway.

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The Scottish Government’s decision to lift its long-standing ban on public funding for munitions production has been branded “childish” and “too little, too late” by Graeme Downie MP.

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The Scottish Government has announced a course correction in its defence industrial policy, lifting its ban on support for the production of munitions while at the same time halting new awards of funding to defence firms linked to Israel.

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Royal Marines from 45 Commando have completed intensive training in the mountains of California, testing both traditional commando skills and new kit in demanding conditions.

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