The world’s largest British Army garrison in North Yorkshire.
The UK has granted Ukraine access to declassified blueprints for British-made components used in the Scalp missile, the European-produced version of the Storm Shadow. Russia has warned of consequences and highlighted potential threats to UK bases in Europe as Kyiv deepens its defense production.
Col Samantha Shepherd has been cleared by a military court board of a charge of conduct prejudicial to good order and service discipline in connection with the handling of sexual assault allegations raised by Gunner Jaysley Beck. Maj James Hook's trial continues as the case against both officers unfolds in North Yorkshire.
Mark Broadhurst, 28, has been sentenced at Sheffield Crown Court after pleading guilty to possessing firearms and explosives linked to extremist beliefs. Police uncovered online messages advocating violence and plans to arm a right-wing network. A judge found the offences connected to terrorism amid an investigation into extremist activity and a prior case involving other suspects.