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Plans to introduce new laws for internet connected devices announced

Plans to ensure that millions of household items connected to the internet are better protected from cyber attacks have been launched by Digital Minister Margot James. The Government will be consulting on options including a mandatory new labelling scheme. The label would tell consumers how secure their products such as ‘smart’ TVs, toys and appliances […]

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New hydrographic office opened in Taunton

The Royal Navy’s new hydrographic and geospatial headquarters have been opened in Somerset to switch to a digital service.

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GB-Tunbridge Wells: 13 Houses/2 Flats

Scheme comprises construction of 15 new residential units containing 13 houses and 2 flats (of which 5 are affordable homes) comprising four one bedroom, five two bedrooms and six three bedroom properties, along with associated infrastructure, (including

A/E for Mechanical/Electrical/Commissioning Contract

SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE FOR ARCHITECTURAL-ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL/COMMISSIONING CONTRACT WITHIN THE NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND (NAVFAC) NORTHWEST AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
The Naval Facilities Engineering Command Northwest

Security expert to champion British cyber firms overseas appointed

The Department for International Trade has announced the appointment of Dr Henry Pearson as the UK’s new Cyber Security Ambassador. The role brings together a dedicated person in government with subject matter expertise and cyber security experience, responsible for promoting the cyber capability of leading British firms in international markets. In this role, Dr Pearson […]

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NS&RC: Combining surveillance expertise with explainable AI yields actionable intelligence

In this feature John Baker, Head of Global Operations for the National Security & Resilience Consortium, Gary Cahalane of Intelligent Voice Ltd, Jools Lloyd of Covert Matters Ltd and Charles Julian of Casini Systems examine Covert Surveillance and its application in the context of commercial, business and government activity. In an English tavern in the […]

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HMS Glasgow taking shape

The HMS Glasgow is beginning to take shape as construction progresses on the Clyde.

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Construction begins on training centre for Qatar armed forces

Construction has begun on a new technical institute that will provide specialist training for the Qatar armed forces.

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Royal Navy named leads in female workforce

The Royal Navy has been named as one of 50 top employers of women with a growing female workforce.

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RAF Aircrew begin next training phase for P-8A Poseidon

RAF Aircrew have commenced the flight simulator phase of training for the P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft.

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Y–DESIGN-BID-BUILD (DBB) P-222 AIRFIELD SECURITY UPGRADES, MCAS CHERRY POINT

This project is a Design-Bid-Build Construction Contract for Level II security upgrades for the MCAS Cherry
Point airfield as required by Marine Corps Order (MCO) 5530.14A Marine Corps Physical Security Manual. These
security upgrades include fencing, mot

Y–P222- DESIGN-BID-BUILD, Airfield Security Improvements, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS), Cherry Point, North Carolina – Solicitation Notice

SOLICITATION NUMBER: N40085-19-R-9021
P222- DESIGN-BID-BUILD, Airfield Security Improvements, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS), Cherry Point, North Carolina
This notice does NOT constitute a request for proposal, request for quote, or invitation for bid.

Force Protection / Anti-Terrorism (FP/AT) Software Maintenance and DEMO

Notice of Intent to Sole Source Force Protection / Anti-Terrorism (FP/AT) Software Maintenance and
Demonstration supporting Survivability Engineering Branch (SvEB) force protection research efforts.

The US Army Corps of Engineers, Engineer

Raytheon developing portable bacteria “Friend or Foe” system

Raytheon is developing a portable device to evaluate bacteria and their potential to cause harm, which could support the future development of medical countermeasures and improved screening tools. Under the DARPA Friend or Foe program, Raytheon is developing biosurveillance technology that detects bacterial pathogens as soon as or before they threaten the military and citizens. […]

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Socio-Economic Vulnerability Assessments Services

Socio-Economic Vulnerability Assessments to be Conducted in Erbil, Dohuk and Mosul Governorates

GB-Nottingham: 101 Residential Units

Scheme comprises reserved matters application for the construction of 101 residential units pursuant to outline planning permission 2014/0238. This project also includes associated infrastructure works and access roads.
Application for Reserved Matters ha

New technology uses voice analysis to diagnose PTSD

A new report details how AI voice analysis can be used to diagnose PTSD in veterans and civilians.

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General Sir Nicholas Carter visits Lebanon

The UK’s Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nicholas Carter, has paid his first visit to Lebanon and discussed bilateral Defence and Security cooperation with senior Lebanese politicians and the head of the Lebanese Armed Forces. General Sir Nick Carter was previously the Chief of the General Staff, the professional head of the British […]

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UK and India strengthen defence ties with new MOU

Defence Minister Stuart Andrew has announced the UK is set to strengthen defence ties with India through a renewed Memorandum of Understanding. The two nations agreed to increase efforts to identify mutual defence and security capability needs and collaborate on solutions during bilateral defence and security equipment talks held in London. Air Marshal Richard Knighton […]

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