Upgraded Royal Navy frigate from Portsmouth is ready for action

A WARSHIP is to be recommissioned back into action after a lengthy upgrade period.

Portsmouth-based Type 23 frigate HMS Kent will be formally returned to the fleet on Friday during a ceremony at Portsmouth Naval Base.

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HMS Kent entering Portsmouth after her refit

It comes after a period of refit that has seen the vessel's capabilities enhanced. She is one of 13 frigates in the navy.

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