The Ministry of Defence has agreed a # 5m out of court settlement with UNITE for failing to inform and consult the trade union over the transfer of fast jet servicing from DSG St Athan to private sector contractors at the RAF's main operating bases. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
Pilot — fly fast jets for combat or ground attack missions, transport aircraft to deliver humanitarian aid or military support, and helicopters for duties such as search and rescue missions. (targetcareers.co.uk)
Other measures include the level of defence spending in real terms (adjusted for inflation), the numbers of military personnel and the numbers of front - line equipment such as fast jet squadrons, warships and tanks. (theconversation.com)