Person: Gavin Williamson

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Letter to the Editor: Shadows of WWI hover over Brexit

Essential reading but with an urgent impulse considering Brexit, is the book written in 2013 by two Scottish authors on the genesis of the First World War.

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As Hong Kong simmers, Britain fears the China syndrome

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Evening Round-Up: Quirke guilty verdict; Ana Kriegel case; Ruby Walsh retires

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Serious error of judgment by soldiers shooting at Corbyn image, says British commander

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Newsnight denies photoshopping Jeremy Corbyn's hat to make him look more Russian

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'Worthy of Monty Python': Moscow mocks British Defence Secretary’s warnings

British soldiers’ admiration for Irish recruitment videos

British soldiers are praising Irish Army recruitment videos after claims the British army has “gone soft”.

Wed, 17 Jan, 2018

British Army recruitment adverts addressing religion, gender and sexuality 'won't appeal to new soldiers'

A British Army advertising campaign promoting the emotional support available to recruits has been criticised for failing to target those most interested in joining the forces.

Wed, 10 Jan, 2018

British government warned of rebellion over funding for armed forces

The UK government has been warned it faces a "very substantial rebellion" from Tory MPs if it fails to find the money needed for the armed forces.

Mon, 27 Nov, 2017

UK backbenchers express 'head-in-hands despair' at Gavin Williamson promotion to senior Cabinet post

Latest: New Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson has said he is "both honoured and excited" by his promotion, following Sir Michael Fallon's resignation amid sleaze allegations.

Thu, 02 Nov, 2017

DUP and Tories agree deal on minority govt

The DUP has backed a deal to support the minority Conservative government in the UK.

Mon, 26 Jun, 2017

Doubts over Theresa May's grip on power as DUP talks continue

Theresa May's grip on power appears far from secure despite a potential deal with the Democratic Unionist Party to support her in Parliament.

Sun, 11 Jun, 2017

DUP to support minority British government after 'confidence and supply' deal reached

The 10 MPs from the party could prove crucial in supporting the Conservatives.

Sat, 10 Jun, 2017

Two of May's top aides quit after disastrous election; talks begin with DUP

Theresa May's two closest aides have quit in the wake of the disastrous General Election result.

Sat, 10 Jun, 2017

British Government defeats attempts to give politicians decisive say over final Brexit terms

The British Government comfortably defeated attempts to give British MPs a decisive say over the final terms of Brexit in the face of anger among Tory remain campaigners.

Tue, 07 Feb, 2017

Theresa May wields the axe on David Cameron’s allies

Theresa May has carried out a cull of some of David Cameron’s closest allies in a shake-up of the UK government which saw promotions for women and Brexiteers.

Fri, 15 Jul, 2016