Bath WWII Veteran, 100, Finally Receives War Medals After 80 Years Wednesday, March 18, 2026 veteran medals worldwarii bath royalnavy military recognition legacy centenarian carehome Jack Rugg, a 100-year-old World War II veteran from Bath, has finally been awarded his war medals after an extraordinary wait of 80 years. Joining the Royal Navy at just 16, Jack served his country bravely during the war, but … Read More
Bath Second World War Veteran Receives Long-Awaited War Medals After 80 Years Wednesday, March 18, 2026 veteran war medals royalnavy bath worldwarii centenarian military honor remembrance Jack Rugg, a centenarian and Second World War veteran from Bath, has finally been awarded his well-deserved war medals after an 80-year wait. Growing up in Bath, Jack joined the Royal Navy at just 16 to serve his country … Read More
Royal Navy Wildcats Arrive in Cyprus Amid Rising Regional Tensions Monday, March 9, 2026 royalnavy wildcats cyprus somerset deployment military security tensions uk geopolitics The Royal Navy Wildcats have arrived in Cyprus following a strategic flight from Somerset. This deployment comes as a direct response to escalating tensions in the surrounding region. The Wildcats are expected to enhance the …
Royal Navy Deploys Somerset-Based Wildcats to Enhance Drone Defence in Cyprus Wednesday, March 4, 2026 royalnavy wildcat somerset cyprus hmsdragon dronedefence martlet seaviper military defence The Royal Navy is deploying two Wildcat helicopters, based in Somerset, to Cyprus as part of an effort to bolster drone defence amid escalating conflict in the Middle East involving the US, Israel, and Iran. These … Read More
Leonardo CEO Pledges UK as a 'Global Player' Following £1 Billion Defence Deal Tuesday, March 3, 2026 leonardo uk defence helicopters yeovil aerospace military autonomy exports jobs Leonardo’s CEO, Roberto Cingolani, has affirmed the United Kingdom’s continued role as a global leader in defence and aerospace after the company secured a £1 billion contract from the government. This award marks a pivotal … Read More
Government Approves £1 Billion Contract Boosting Leonardo’s Helicopter Production in Yeovil Monday, March 2, 2026 leonardo helicopters yeovil defence ukjobs proteus military autonomy investment exports The UK Government has confirmed a substantial £1 billion contract with Italian aerospace manufacturer Leonardo, ensuring the future of 3,300 British jobs, many based in Somerset. This commitment removes uncertainty for … Read More