Crawford’s International Defence Review

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September 23, 2026

Burnham says he will defend the Falklands. But, would he fight for them?

                  This article originally appeared on http://www.gbnews.com Javier Milei takes to the podium at the United Nations today with the Falkland Islands dispute once again simmering in the background. Argentina has begun sanctions proceedings against more than 60 companies and individuals connected with oil development around the islands, while Milei continues to […]
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September 21, 2026

We will pass, but the Standard of 4RTR will remain

            Last week I attended a moving and emotional service in the Canongate Kirk in Edinburgh, where the Standard of the 4th Royal Tank Regiment (Scotland’s Own) was re-dedicated in a simple but memorable ceremony. For those of you who may not be quite up to speed, the Fourth – more commonly known as 4RTR […]
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August 18, 2026

Moscow threatens UK with “consequences” over drones as fears grow of cyber attacks, sabotage and strikes on vital infrastructure

              Putin warns Britain: his shadow war may already be here Russia has threatened Britain with “consequences” after British-made drones were reportedly used by Ukraine to attack targets inside Russia. The warning came directly from the Russian Embassy in London, according to Reuters, which said Moscow accused Britain of escalating its involvement in the […]
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August 20, 2026

Two aircraft carriers, but not enough ships to answer a mayday – By Lt. Col. Stuart Crawford

              A tanker has been hijacked by six armed men in the Gulf of Aden today, 20 August, after issuing a distress call around 136 nautical miles east of Al Mukalla, Yemen. UK Maritime Trade Operations says the attackers boarded the vessel, seized control and began redirecting it towards Somalia. We don’t yet know […]
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September 2, 2026

Britain cannot expect young people to serve a country that may prosecute them decades later

            We ask young men and women to join our Armed Forces, obey orders, go where politicians send them and, when necessary, kill Britain’s enemies. Then, decades afterwards, we reserve the right to haul them back before lawyers and investigators and judge decisions made in seconds on the battlefield through the very different standards of […]
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September 8, 2026

Could Argentina take the Falklands – – and could Britain stop it?

                  Argentina may lack the naval strength to retake the Falklands, but its refurbished F-16 fighters and potential use of civilian vessels mean the threat cannot simply be dismissed. The more troubling question is whether Britain retains the firepower to defend the islands—or mount another 1982-style task force if their defences were […]
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August 24, 2026

Trump says Strait of Hormuz “new US territory”

              Donald Trump’s extraordinary decision to publish a map labelling the Strait of Hormuz “new US territory” might have been intended to frighten Iran. Instead, it underlined how little progress Washington has made in reopening one of the world’s most important trade routes. The declaration has no standing in international law and has not […]
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October 13, 2026

Young people can’t get in while businesses struggle to afford first jobs

                 This is an abbreviated article by Liz Barclay – read the full article at Business111.com/news Britain has a generational jobs problem, but blaming older workers would be far too easy. Experienced people remaining in employment can be good for businesses and the economy, while the real crisis is happening at the other end […]
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September 14, 2026

Good GDP news could bring bad news on interest rates

                 This is an abbreviated article by Liz Barclay – read the full article at Business111.com/news Britain’s economy has unexpectedly grown by 0.4% in July. Great news. Except stronger growth could make the Bank of England more willing to put interest rates up, with some City economists reportedly predicting as many as four increases […]
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September 4, 2026

The City is tackling workplace bullies—but what about everyone else?

                 This is an abbreviated article by Liz Barclay – read the full article at Business111.com/news Nearly 40,000 financial firms are coming under tougher rules governing serious workplace misconduct. The changes should make it harder for abusive managers to escape scrutiny by moving jobs. It is a major step for the City—but bullying and […]
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September 2, 2026

Pharmacy tax bomb could devastate Britain’s high streets

                 This is an abbreviated article by Liz Barclay – read the full article at Business111.com/news Hundreds of community pharmacies could disappear as soaring business rates collide with already stretched NHS funding. A National Pharmacy Association survey of 420 pharmacies found 48% were considering closing and 55% looking at relocating to escape unaffordable rates. […]
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August 23, 2026

Inflation jumps to 2.9% as energy bills bite again

                 This is an abbreviated article by Liz Barclay – read the full article at Business111.com/news Inflation has climbed to 2.9% as rising energy and fuel costs feed through to household bills. For Britain’s small businesses, however, the headline figure tells only part of the story. Their own costs can be increasing considerably faster […]
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August 21, 2026

Jason Arday’s tragic death must also be a moment of change for Britain

             Yasmin Alibhai-Brown: Almost every part of our society needs to take a long, hard look in the mirror Yasmin Alibhai Brown This article originally appeared in the I paper “It takes a village to raise a child” – a proverb attributed to some African cultures – inspires people who believe in communal responsibility in […]
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August 22, 2026

Taxman frees 300,000 side hustlers from return headache

                 This is an abbreviated article by Liz Barclay – read the full article at Business111.com/news Around 300,000 freelancers, side hustlers and small-scale earners are set to escape the hassle of completing a full Self-Assessment tax return as the reporting threshold for trading and property income rises from £1,000 to £3,000. Tax will still […]
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August 14, 2026

AI – The impact of AI on future innovations

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August 24, 2026

Too hot to trade as extreme weather hammers productivity and pushes business bills higher

                 This is an abbreviated article by Liz Barclay – read the full article at Business111.com/news Britain’s scorching summer isn’t just uncomfortable. It’s becoming an economic crisis. Extreme heat had already cost the UK an estimated £4.4 billion by the end of July, according to analysis from green thinktank Verdant. June alone reportedly cost […]
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August 21, 2026

Cut the cost and complexity of hiring and millions of microbusinesses could become Britain’s growth engine

                 This is an abbreviated article by Liz Barclay – read the full article at Business111.com/news If I had one message for the new Chancellor before the Budget, it would be this: create a proportionate, light-touch tax and employment regime for businesses with fewer than 20 employees. The UK has around 5.6 million small […]
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August 13, 2026

UK tops the G7 as spending and investment rise, but the recovery remains fragile

                 This is an abbreviated article by Liz Barclay – read the full article at Business111.com/news Britain’s economy has finally delivered some good news. Growth is up, we’re leading the G7, consumers are spending and businesses are investing. But before anyone cracks open the champagne, small businesses are still battling soaring costs and global […]
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August 17, 2026

Retail giant wobbles – now small firms face the fallout

                 This is an abbreviated article by Liz Barclay – read the full article at Business111.com/news The surprise departure of John Lewis boss Peter Ruis has sent ripples through Britain’s retail industry, but thousands of small suppliers may have the most to lose. With the department store warning that trading has become “really tough”, […]
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August 12, 2026

Britain’s business bills explode by 70%

                 This is an abbreviated article by Liz Barclay – read the full article at Business111.com/news Britain’s small businesses aren’t just facing a cost of living crisis – they’re trapped in a cost of doing business crisis. New figures reveal business costs have rocketed by 70 per cent over the past decade, leaving firms […]
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August 13, 2026

Temp jobs boom as bosses halt hiring freeze

                 This is an article by Liz Barclay – read the complete article at https://business111.com/news After nearly two years of bad news, Britain’s jobs market may finally be turning a corner. Temporary hiring is gathering pace, wages are picking up and employers are slowing the relentless cuts to permanent recruitment. It is far from […]
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August 7, 2026

Millions face a two-tax-year nightmare

               This is an article by Liz Barclay – copyright – click here for the full article  https://business111.com/news Bread, milk, vegetables, meat and even biscuits are all heading in one direction: up. Heatwaves, drought and failing harvests are driving prices higher across the world, and Britain is about to feel the effects. As crops fail […]
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August 7, 2026

Last orders for standing at the bar? London’s pubs fight back

                 This is an article by Liz Barclay – copyright https://business111.com/news Few things are more British than standing outside a pub on a warm evening, drink in hand and chatting with friends. But Westminster City Council is considering proposals that would discourage “vertical drinking” and restrict ordering at the bar. Supporters say the move […]
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August 11, 2026

Last orders for standing at the bar? London’s pubs fight back

                 This is an article by Liz Barclay – copyright https://business111.com/news Few things are more British than standing outside a pub on a warm evening, drink in hand and chatting with friends. But Westminster City Council is considering proposals that would discourage “vertical drinking” and restrict ordering at the bar. Supporters say the move […]
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August 10, 2026

London’s start-up crown is slipping as founders eye the exit

                 This is an article by Liz Barclay – copyright https://business111.com/news Britain likes to call itself a world-class destination for entrepreneurs, but many founders are becoming less convinced. New research from The Entrepreneurs Network (TEN) suggests that high costs, taxes and weak international promotion are damaging the country’s appeal. Even London, Europe’s leading start-up […]
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August 10, 2026

Box-ticking is out, job-ticking is in as small firms face a new procurement shake-up

                 This is an article by Liz Barclay – copyright https://business111.com/news Small businesses were promised freedom from the endless ESG forms, diversity statements, net zero targets and social value questionnaires that have clogged up public sector contracts for years. Instead, many fear they have simply landed on another square in the great game of […]
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August 9, 2026

Small business owners slash their own pay again

                 This is an article by Liz Barclay – copyright https://business111.com/news Britain’s entrepreneurs are once again cutting their own wages to keep their businesses alive. New figures from Enterprise Nation show that three-quarters of founders now pay themselves less than £20,000 a year. The figures reveal the reality behind the popular image of wealthy […]
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August 6, 2026

Will holidaymakers soon pay more everywhere in the UK?

                 This is an article by Liz Barclay – copyright Go to https://business111.com/news for the complete story Edinburgh’s controversial new visitor levy has reignited the row over tourist taxes. Supporters say visitors should contribute towards local services, while critics argue the charge will drive people away and damage small businesses. With Wales introducing its […]
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August 7, 2026

The invisible emergency choking Britain’s economy

                 This is an article by Liz Barclay – copyright https://business111.com/news We may complain about hosepipe bans and shorter showers, but these inconveniences are merely the visible signs of a much larger crisis. Britain is running short of water, and the consequences for the economy could be enormous. Everything the Government says it wants […]
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August 4, 2026

Pro-business or pro-state? Founders are still waiting for an answer

                 His focus on regional growth, infrastructure, skills and industrial strategy may strengthen the wider economy, but many entrepreneurs wonder where small and micro-businesses fit into the picture. This is an approach shaped by the state rather than by the founder. The Prime Minister deserves credit for promoting investment, apprenticeships and greater economic opportunity […]
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  1. The UK hasn`t had an Indepedant Foreign Policy since 1965; when Harold Wilson Refused to send British Troops to Vietnam. We have been America`s Poodle ever since. We have sent British Troops to Fight in America`s Oil Wars ever since. Now, we are helping America`s Military and Financial efforts to Humble Russia and China. We are leading NATO`s Puppets to Start a War Based on the Ukraine to Enrich the US “Merchants of Death”.

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