Public consultation on new laws launches to protect armed forces from historical allegations

The Government asks public for views on new measures to ensure military personnel and veterans are not subject to repeated prosecutions… More information

Defence Secretary outlines ambitious space programme

At the RAF Air and Space Power conference today (18 Jul), Defence Secretary Penny Mordaunt has outlined an ambitious space programme… More information

Addressing inappropriate behaviour in the armed forces

Defence Secretary Penny Mordaunt has today announced a range of new measures to address inappropriate behaviour in the armed forces… More information

Defence Secretary joins RAF personnel at London Pride

Defence Secretary Penny Mordaunt joined over 250 LGBT+ armed forces and civilian defence personnel to march in the Pride parade in London at the weekend… More information

Defence Secretary calls for veteran-led support to be at the heart of mental health services

Defence Secretary Penny Mordaunt has announced a new package of measures to boost mental health support for ex-service personnel. Following the Government’s allocation of £10 million to support veterans mental health, through the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, the… More information

Ministry of Defence celebrates women’s role in war and peace

Members of the Armed Forces have applauded the influential role of women across Defence as part of International Women’s Day… More information

Penny Mordaunt – new Minister of State for the Armed Forces

Prime Minister David Cameron retains Philip Dunne and appoints Penny Mordaunt to roles in the Ministry of Defence. The… More information