The Defence Investment Plan sets out how we'll invest in defence, at a time in which our Armed Forces matter more than ever.
In my message to Defence I set out our focus to move faster and more effectively to equip our people and deliver the capabilities our nation needs.
The Defence Investment Plan has been published – our plan to equip our armed forces and defend our future.
Here’s the key things you need to know in the 🧵👇
As the conflicts in Iran and Ukraine show, drones are reshaping warfare.
That’s why more than £5 billion is to be invested in drones over the next four years. This will drive a transformation, with new technology and infrastructure keeping us at the leading edge of innovation.
Warfare is changing. It's why we're making the largest ever drone investment in our Armed Forces.
🚢 Autonomous submarine hunting frigates
✈️ Drone "wingmen" to fly alongside Apaches
💥 Thousands of low-cost kamikaze strike drones
🛰️ Surveillance drones to replace older systems
A message from Chair of the Defence Housing Service, Natalie Elphicke Ross OBE, in response to the publication of the National Audit Office’s report into the MOD’s repurchase of the Service Family Accommodation estate. @NatalieElphicke
The Armed Forces stand between the UK and our adversaries who seek to undermine us, operating around the world to keep the country secure. This is how we in turn support them. #ArmedForcesWeek
We're building new infrastructure to ready Marne Barracks in Catterick Garrison for the arrival of @21Engr ! The new facilities include accommodation, garaging, a workshop, sports and storage, with five buildings also being refurbished. Read more: https://t.co/Y83QVOCOWX
A brand new £7m kitchen has opened for training troops at Rollestone Camp.
We worked with @landmarcNEWS to deliver the facility, which is fully electric and can serve 500 hungry personnel across two sittings. @britisharmy
Nationwide celebrations of the UK Armed Forces have begun 🇬🇧
The flags have been raised across the country today to mark the start of Armed Forces Week 2026.
Armed Forces Week starts today! 🇬🇧
Thank you to the men and women whose commitment, dedication and sacrifice help keep the UK safe at home and strong abroad.
#ArmedForcesWeek
Big news from Wiltshire! An archaeological excavation which we commissioned from @wessexarch a few years ago as we built new SFA for Army families at Bulford has rewritten archaeologists' understanding of the landscape of the Stonehenge area. 🌄Read more: https://t.co/yymcYThVER
We recently opened the new Mechanical Equipment Inspection facility at @RAFLossiemouth which allows the mandated testing of all road-going and airbase support vehicles in one dedicated facility.
Natalie Elphicke Ross OBE has been appointed as the first Chair of the new Defence Housing Service. She will play a crucial role in the transition to the new organisation, ensuring it's ready to deliver for military personnel and their families: https://t.co/YVCfSivEtw
82 years on from the Normandy landings, we reflect on the thousands of British, Commonwealth and Allied forces who lost their lives for the liberation of Western Europe.
We will remember them.
If you're thinking of taking your bike out on MOD land this half term, be sure to know your access rights. Look out for red flags and abide by all signage ⚠️ Find out how to stay safe on MOD land by following our guidance 🔗 https://t.co/gRZyueVjjR #RespectTheRange#StaySafe
If you're visiting MOD land this half term remember the military train 24/7. Just becasue you can't see them doesn't mean they're not there. Follow our guidance to stay safe #RepsectTheRange#MilitaryTraining https://t.co/gRZyueVjjR
🏡Soldiers and their families returning Cyprus will move into newly-upgraded homes in Woolwich. These are just some of the improvements we are making as part of our renewal of military homes, which will see over 40,000 houses in the UK refurbished or rebuilt over 10 years.