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
Royal Tank Regiment Battlegroup Prepares for Operation Cabrit
The Royal Tank Regiment (RTR) Battlegroup (BG) has been preparing for a deployment to Estonia at the British Army’s Sennelager Training Centre in northern Germany.
Army Projects Battle Climate Change
On World Environment Day, the British Army reports on some of the initiatives it is taking to battle climate change.
Soldiers Trial Innovative Green Power Bank in Mali
The Army is testing a sustainable power bank which will help soldiers operate in remote areas where access to power is limited or non-existent.
Chief of the General Staff Outlines ‘Era of Truth Decay: Subversion and Disinformation’
The Chief of the General Staff (CGS), General Sir Mark Carleton-Smith, has spoken for the first time to a public audience in detail about the Army transformation plan, Future Soldier, outlining an “era of Truth Decay: Subversion and Disinformation.”
Army Champions Innovation With Extra £22million Funding
Funding for British Army Innovation Team is to be bolstered by more than £22million as one part of Future Soldier, the Army’s transformation plan.
Production of first Boxer prototype starts in Germany
The Army’s Boxer programme is on track with welding work beginning today for the fabrication of prototypes and subsequent series production in Germany.
Soldiers support NHS vaccination efforts in North West England
Service personnel from a number of British Army units have been vaccinating members of the public in Bolton this week as part of a Military Aid to the Civil Authorities (MACA) task.
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.