Here is PA Media’s summary of some of the main points from the defence review. – Defence Secretary John Healey has pledged to “create a British Army which is 10x more lethal”, by combining capabilities with air-defence, long-range weapons and other technologies. – The National Security Council of ministers should review progress on the UK’s nuclear deterrent at least twice a year, the reviewers say. – Healey has pledged to create a new “hybrid Navy” with AUKUS submarines and autonomous vessels that can patrol the North Atlantic. – As part of plans to increase innovation, defence experts should have faculty positions in partner universities from the 2026/27 academic year.

Source: The Times June 02, 2025 17:27 UTC