Scotland is to receive a share of £250 million in Defence Growth Deals, with ministers promising jobs, innovation and investment across the nation’s defence sector.

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The Ministry of Defence has advised that the Fleet Solid Support (FSS) programme remains on course, with production of the first vessel due to start later this year, despite the collapse of Harland & Wolff and its subsequent takeover by Navantia UK.

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Leidos has unveiled its Sea Dagger design, pitching it as a contender for the Royal Navy’s future Commando Insertion Craft programme.

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Thales has announced the completion of key factory tests on the mission and combat systems that will equip the Royal Navy’s new Type 31 frigates.

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Thales has announced the completion of key factory tests on the mission and combat systems that will equip the Royal Navy’s new Type 31 frigates.

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The Babcock yard at Rosyth is positioning itself for naval exports and expanded capacity, with executives confirming that plans are advancing for a £1 billion contract to build four frigates for the Danish Navy.

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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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