To protect the nation, we step forward and meet every challenge
The British Army protects the United Kingdom’s interests at home and abroad, providing a safe and secure environment in which all British citizens can live and prosper.
Life in the Army
If you’re thinking about joining I’d say just go for it – the Army is a fantastic career. LCpl Laura Phillips, Royal Signals
New MOD partnership to protect the environment on Thorney Island
New MOD partnership to protect the environment on Thorney Island. The Ministry of Defence and the Environment Agency have signed a Memorandum of Understanding creating a partnership that will develop new habitat and sea defences on Thorney Island.
Soldiers and aircrew hone helicopter skills together
Working under the strong downwash created by the rotors of a Chinook helicopter, troops have practised a key skill to move supplies around the battlefield.
German Defence Minister starts her London visit with a Guard of Honour.
Defence Minister for Germany, Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer visits Buckingham Palace and Lancaster House as a guest of the UK Secretary of State for Defence.
Army launches refreshed Healthy Soldier Cookbook
Check out the refreshed Healthy Soldier Cookbook which offers over 40 recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and smoothies. These recipes have been designed so that they can be made with very basic cooking equipment, all you require is a microwave or a hob and some simple utensils like a saucepan, frying plan, knives and chopping board.
New Year's Honours List 2020 recognises Army Personnel
The vast achievements of officers and soldiers during the past 12 months and prior has not gone unnoticed, with a total of 64 Army personnel recognised in the 2020 New Year Honours List, published in the London Gazette on Friday 27 December 2019.
Commissioning Course 191 gain the Royal seal of approval
HRH the Countess of Wessex takes the salute at today's Sovereign's Parade at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
Army Commandos receive praise from Royal Marines
The Commando Logistic Support Squadron RLC has received a CGRM's Commendation for its consistent display of fitness and Commando skills.
Britain Takes Lead Role In Enhanced Forward Presence
The Army is currently deployed in over 80 countries around the world. Deployments vary in strength from single military advisors to full operational deployments.
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Our Serving Troops
The British Army comprises of 112,000 experienced, committed and highly skilled Regular and Reserve soldiers.