Defence Infrastructure Organisation

Our Armed Forces deserve homes they're proud to live in. We're investing £10m into Woolwich, ready for 1PWRR's return to the UK. Over the next decade, more than 40K homes will be modernised through a £9bn investment. See more: defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/2026/03/18/inv… #MilitaryHousing

Happy St Patrick's Day!

Plans for homes for military families at RAF Brize Norton have moved a step forward after a resolution by West Oxfordshire District Council to grant planning permission. Once final approval is received construction will begin on the 265 new properties on land at Carterton.

We held our first Accommodation Research & Development Day, laying the groundwork to build military homes of the future. We invited several companies, each with ideas that could help us improve military homes for our Armed Forces and their families. #InnovatingMilitaryHomes

The King's Royal Hussars on Ex. Crimson Cyclone are supporting our #RespectTheRange campaign. 🛑Incursions into restricted areas risk your safety and can disrupt months of vital planning. When on MOD land, stick to permitted areas & stay alert. More: gov.uk/government/new…

As a precautionary measure we are moving families who live at RAF Akrotiri to alternative temporary accommodation in Cyprus. I’ve spoken to the Commander of British Forces Cyprus this morning. My first priority is always the protection of our people - military and civilian.

The UK is fully committed to the security of Cyprus and British military personnel based there. We’re continuing our defensive operations and I've just spoken with the President of Cyprus to let him know that we are sending helicopters with counter drone capabilities and HMS Dragon is to be deployed to the region. We will always act in the interest of the UK and our allies.

If you’re based in an area impacted by the current situation, you should already have a clear point of contact & access to official communications. If you’re unsure who your contact is, our Overseas Team can help- overseassupport@aff.org.uk. More info via gov.uk

My update on the situation in the Middle East.

Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus! Happy St David's Day!

A new gym has opened at Kendrew Barracks, providing improved fitness facilities for around 1,800 soldiers & their families. The facility includes: 🏋️‍♂️Strength & conditioning suite 🏸A sports hall ⚫️Squash courts 🚿Changing and shower facilities 💻 Offices gov.uk/government/new…

We’re committed to the fight against damp & mould, and we want your help!  ✔️ Ventilate rooms daily  ✔️ Use extractor fans if you have them  ✔️ Wipe your windows to remove condensation  ✔️ Keep your home warm  More tips and how to report: defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/tackling-damp-…

Today is the fourth anniversary of Russia's full scale invasion of Ukraine. Here's some of the ways we #StandWithUkraine🇺🇦: 🇺🇦 63,000 personnel trained on UK training estate 🇺🇦 11 replica trench systems built for realistic training 🇺🇦 Over 12 million meals served to trainees

Four years on from Russia’s illegal invasion, we are stepping up our support for Ukraine. Britain’s commitment to Ukraine’s defence does not waver. #StandWithUkraine🇺🇦

If you’re thinking of taking your bike out on MOD land this half term, be sure to know your access rights. Look out for red flags 🚩 and abide by all signage ⚠️ Find out how to stay safe on MOD land by following our guidance: ow.ly/GtXe50YcIMQ #RespectTheRange #StaySafe

If you’re visiting MOD land this half term remember the military train 24/7. Just because you can’t see them doesn’t mean they’re not there. Follow our guidance to stay safe #RespectTheRange #MilitaryTraining ow.ly/iVgN50YcIrN

Chief Exec Mike Green and Maj Gen Smith, the Army’s Director of Basing & Infrastructure, visited Ashchurch to see our work with @SkanskaUKplc to provide modern storage, maintenance, and inspection buildings for thousands of Army vehicles.

A £28m upgrade is under way on the airfield at RAF Coningsby, one of the UK's Quick Reaction Alert stations defending our airspace 24/7. In a unique challenge, all construction work must be planned around the station's constant alert commitment.

Our apprentices fulfill a range of roles undertaking real, valuable work. Hear from some of them about their experiences: #NAW2026

@MartinE33275784 A portion of these homes will be used as SFA, but work to determine exactly how many is still ongoing.

@mod_dio How many will be for service families? Any? Or are these to be sold to the general market & the money pocketed by the Treasury while the armed forces are gutted?

A year on from the buyback of 36k military homes, we are delivering our Defence Housing Strategy setting out our plans for the creation of a new Defence Housing Service to turbocharge the renewal of Forces homes and kickstart the development of 100k homes on surplus defence land.