Andrew Williams OBE

@RUSI_org @LaurenceT1942 @Jack_Watling Disappointing post. It says nothing about anything.

In the latest Research Paper, @LaurenceT1942 and @Jack_Watling examine what a future British rifle needs to look like after more than 40 years without a full in-service replacement. The paper does not advocate for a specific make, model or variant. Instead, it focuses on the characteristics, compromises and design trade-offs required to meet the demands of the emerging operating environment. The authors explore the competing pressures shaping any future system: range versus lethality, accuracy versus volume of fire, and performance against evolving body armour. All set against a battlefield defined by complex terrain, close fighting, and vehicle-based operations. One conclusion stands out. The UK should select the calibre and rifle that best suits its operational requirements, rather than a less suitable weapon chosen primarily to align with some Allies. We’ve attached a few snapshots as a preview, but the full analysis is well worth the read. Read it here: rusi.org/explore-our-re…

@DirkBruere @pinstripedline Thank you, although I sense it’s a little more sophisticated than you suggest. Thanks again, and it’s great you show an interest in defence.

@BrigWilly @pinstripedline Determines whether or not we are a banana republic

The Royal Navy only has one serving 4* Admiral (DSACEUR) When he retires in the next year or so, then it seems likely that for the first time in its history, there will not be a single 4* Admiral serving in the Royal Navy...

@DirkBruere @pinstripedline It’s a common question (normally from those who don’t understand Defence), but could you help me understand its relevance?

@pinstripedline Do we have more admirals than warships?

@MattyK166 @nicholadrummond And even further away from any form of robotic infantryman that can reason with people on the ground. Infantrymen do so much more than simple target ID and engagement

@nicholadrummond We're miles away from anything like this.

When the purchase price and annual support cost for humanoid robots becomes lower than the cost of training, operating, and sustaining human soldiers, traditional infantry will be obsolete. We seem to be heading towards Isaac Asimov's vision of the future at breakneck speed.

Wimbledon

@ChiefofAirStaff Great news for you, and indeed us all

It is an immense honour to be appointed as the new Chief of Defence Staff and to have the privilege of leading our fantastic Armed Forces in protecting the UK, our allies and our interests around the world.

Just incredible ……………

🇮🇹 #GirodItalia History is being written. ❤️‍🔥

@jimbobragginz @dieworkwear It gets better 🤣🤣

@BrigWilly @dieworkwear Do your homework brother

rolexes can be quite expensive! the paul newman daytona fetched $18M at auction. much depends on tiny details. a submariner can be anywhere between $9k to $500k depending on the year and model

@jimbobragginz @dieworkwear ‘Same quality’ 🤣

@dieworkwear I always thought about getting an expensive watch until I researched the knockoff forums. Sooo many rolexes have knockoffs with "As Good As Genuine" that I can't justify 10k when the same quality is $500

It’s important to remember, despite what you may hear elsewhere, Veterans are not wrecks of their former selves, cast aside by their old world - but are “actually in a much cooler club now…!” What do you do now that leans on your mil experience to support others? #VeteransCan

Listen to the soul-stirring Miserere Mei Deus on Ash Wednesday as we begin Lent. Wait for the top C, one of the most perfect moments in music ever 🖤 🎶

I have no idea who this officer is but I need to buy him a pint He also needs to be the next James Bond 😊😊👍 x.com/Protect_ServeU…

@CharlesNF_no2 @Marwood_PostLib Ha-you mean the other way around surely…and prefix (wax …`) with ‘40 year old’

@Marwood_PostLib Wax jackets? They're for pseudos. Better to have a Schoeffel.

My ‘proper British bloke’ list: Single Malts Cigars Wax jackets The pub Cask Ales Sunday roast Diesel heaters Rugby Country walks SAS documentaries Gentleman’s relish Stilton The Rolling Stones Aston Martin Leather gloves Mass deportations Anything else?

@Marwood_PostLib Sausages? But definitely Classic Triumph motorbikes and Landrovers

@FlashForFreedom More fun without the drone? 😊

@MercianRegiment Wonderful news and very well deserved recognition

The Mercian Regiment would like to congratulate the following on their appointment to the Military Division of The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire: • Colonel Mark Tyrtoff Davis CBE • Colonel Russell Guy Atherton MBE • Sergeant Alan Gary Boyle MBE #SFSH 💪

Meet the rambunctious Private Derby XXXIII 🐏 Earlier this year we met the @MercianRegiment’s Ram mascot, who was still getting used to his ceremonial role following the retirement of his predecessor. 📺 Watch here 👇

@thinkdefence @Mallard143 Show us the sums. #casualthinking

@Mallard143 And the Army has much higher personnel costs, it evens out

Once cost of deterrent is squared away, and the back office common functions sorted, I have always thought a straight three way budget split between the Army, RN, and RAF, makes the most sense. It avoids the kind of ferrets in a sack argument we see so often pre SDR