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Welcome

These web pages were designed to give you an idea of the breadth and depth of the Defence effort. They cover the full spectrum of what Defence does, ranging over the operations we are currently committed to, the people who work in Defence, how we spend our budget, how we contribute to the community and much more.

They will help you to understand what it is that we do and why we do it.

Our work in Defence is summed up by the Defence Vision, a statement that sets out how we achieve our aim of defending the United Kingdom and its interests while strengthening international peace and stability. In short to be a:

  • Force for Good in the World
    • Defending UK interests
      Contributing to the community
      Caring for our people
      Making every pound count
      Maintaining modern forces
      Making the world a safer place
    By holding true to these principles we strive to maintain and enhance our capability.

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