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  1. 13 hours ago

    Defence Minister meets the team in Wales. The Veterans' Gateway launched one year ago today, and is a one stop shop for advice on housing, finance, and healthcare.

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    18 hours ago

    Their most famous battle honour, The Battle of Waterloo, which was fought by the current Regiment’s antecedent Regiment, The Scots Greys, is commemorated on their Cap Badge, along with the French Eagle.

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    18 hours ago

    Following the Parade, The Queen meets soldiers, their families & veterans.

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    18 hours ago

    PM celebrated with guests at Downing Street where she also announced the .

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    17 hours ago

    In a weeks' time, we'll be at the Air Power Conference discussing the Next Generation Air Force.

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    17 hours ago

    Thank you to the inspirational speakers at this year’s Conference held at Sandhurst Academy this week attended by and Army LGBT Champion the Commander Field Army. Celebrating diversity and inclusivity in the Army.

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    21 hours ago

    Our greatest asset is our people -- the finest men and women our great nation has to offer.

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    19 hours ago

    RAF personnel have joined the in taking part in a fun run to celebrate the . The run took place at Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base, where members of both forces are currently deployed on operations. Visit the RAF website for more:

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  9. 20 hours ago

    Today’s defence related news includes the major incident in Amesbury and the Combat Air Strategy.

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  10. 20 hours ago

    Former NHS nurse and Army Major Chris Carter set up vital critical care training in Zambia. Want to spend your time helping save people’s lives? Search ‘Nursing Careers’ Today.

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    22 hours ago

    Happy 70th birthday to the NHS! It is NHS heroes like these five here that make us proud.

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    22 hours ago

    RAF Chinooks support our and colleagues on operations whenever and wherever their needed. Visit this iconic aircraft on Horse Guards Parade, London, from tomorrow. Visit for more information.

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    23 hours ago

    . is the Royal Marines specialists in partnering with other nations' forces. Recently a team of and Commandos were in Nigeria training with their counterparts to assist them in preparations for future counter-terrorism operations

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    23 hours ago

    The NHS turns 70 today. Thank you to all its staff working in the UK and internationally.

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    Jul 4

    "We need all members of the European Union to sign up to commit to banning the ivory trade in their countries." 🐘 Newly appointed Illegal Wildlife Trade Conference Champion calls on countries to close down ivory markets and

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  16. Jul 4

    Defence Secretary & have visited RAF staff as they prepare for the Aircraft Tour on Horse Guards Parade. Open from 6-9 July – why not visit & celebrate 100 years of the ?

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  17. Jul 4

    Kenyan Cabinet Secretary for Defence Raychelle Omamo also met Armed Forces Minister who has praised the strength of the UK-Kenya relationship

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  18. Jul 4

    Defence Secretary has welcomed his Kenyan counterpart, Raychelle Omamo, to London to reaffirm our strong Defence ties

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    Jul 4

    7 days to go until the ! is an Alliance that delivers on its commitments and is constantly adapting to a changing world. Watch our video to learn why is at the heart of UK security.

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    Jul 4

    The of Commando Logistic Regiment found themselves thrust into the front line for their annual workout in the baking heat of Devon

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