MPs debate ahead of the publication of the Integrated Review
MPs debate ahead of the publication of the Integrated Review
Yesterday MPs held a General Debate in the House of Commons on the Publication of the Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development […]
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National Apprenticeship Week 2021 #BuildTheFuture
National Apprenticeship Week 2021 #BuildTheFuture
This week (8-14 February) is National Apprenticeship Week in England. The UK’s Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space industries are at the forefront […]
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What the UK-EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement means for personal data
What the UK-EU Trade and Co-operation Agreement means for personal data
The new agreement between the UK and EU covers a huge range of issues, however, one thing that couldn’t be included was […]
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Exploring the UK-EU Trade and Co-Operation Agreement
Exploring the UK-EU Trade and Co-Operation Agreement
On Christmas Eve, the UK and EU reached an agreement over their future relationship after nearly a year of tough negotiations. Whilst […]
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Defence Sourcing Portal – 2021 Launch and Supplier Registration
Defence Sourcing Portal – 2021 Launch and Supplier Registration
On 5 January 2021 MOD will launch the homepage for the new Defence Sourcing Portal. The web address will be the same […]
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Defence Engineering: Tackling the Skills Shortage
Defence Engineering: Tackling the Skills Shortage
Written by Emma Booth, Defence Engagement Lead, Serco and Defence Suppliers Forum People & Skills Programme Manager Earlier this year, the Defence […]
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Winging It Podcast – the UK’s Defence and Security Sectors
Winging It Podcast – the UK’s Defence and Security Sectors
In the latest episode of the ADS Winging It Podcast, we talk to the ADS Defence and Security Directors and Vice Presidents […]
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Public procurement green paper
Public procurement green paper
The current pandemic has highlighted the importance of agile, open and effective public procurement to ensure the quick provision of vital goods […]
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Harnessing innovation is crucial to UK’s Aerospace and Defence future success – survey and report
Harnessing innovation is crucial to UK’s Aerospace and Defence future success – survey and report
While the UK is seen as a world leader in Aerospace and Defence (A&D) innovation, second only to the US, a lack […]
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Tempest NI Industry Briefing
Tempest NI Industry Briefing
The UK’s future combat air capability is essential for our national security and the long-term health of the UK defence industry. Since […]
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Preparing for Brexit: Logistics and Freight
Preparing for Brexit: Logistics and Freight
Your general reminder to get ready With just 37 days to go until the end of the transition period, government and businesses […]
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ADS New Professionals Forum – A Bright Future For Our Sectors
ADS New Professionals Forum – A Bright Future For Our Sectors
On Thursday 19 November the ADS New Professional’s Forum (NPF) held its annual conference, with this year’s theme being “How Tempest will […]
Read moreMajor investment in UK defence
Major investment in UK defence
On 19 November 2020, the Prime Minister announced a huge boost to Defence spending and presented important parts of the vision for […]
Read moreNational Security and Investment Bill 2020
National Security and Investment Bill 2020
The UK Government today announced that it will be modernising powers to investigate and intervene in potentially hostile direct investment on national […]
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Supporting and championing the ADS Defence SME Community
Supporting and championing the ADS Defence SME Community
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SME) are a vital part of the UK’s defence industrial landscape. Whether working as part of a complex […]
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