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Prime minister Andy Burnham is being pressured to award the Skynet 6 contract to Airbus, as alternative proposals risk losing hundreds of jobs.

'Minimise US blowback': PM under pressure as Airbus job decision looms

Millions of pounds is being invested into Portsmouth defence firms by BAE Systems. Pictured: Cutting of steel on HMS Sheffield.

Large city employers among cohort to offer job opportunities

The UK will be entering a team of 28 young people into the WorldSkills competition

Ad Feature Charity proposes 'skills competitions' to equip NEETs for workplace

Amanda Martin MP

"How we make sure every young person gets the best chance in life"

Concerns have been raised that a vital apprenticeship scheme which helps train sailors in the Royal Fleet Auxiliary will be scrapped. Pictured: RFA Lyme Bay at HMNB Gibraltar on Wednesday 11 March 2026.

'Disturbing and dangerous': Navy support apprenticeships face axe

A large investment is being made into the facilities at Airbus in Anchorage Park.

Huge Airbus investment in Portsmouth amid 'comprehensive' plan

Damian Hinds, Conservative Candidate For East Hampshire

Damian Hinds: "I'm grateful to businesses for the insight they share"

A computer generated image of Skynet 6A

'Back Portsmouth with £2bn Skynet satellite contract, Prime Minister'

Gunther Boehner, Director of Manufacturing at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars and Chichester MP Jess Brown-Fuller

"Significant milestone" in the extension project at Rolls-Royce

The latest progress of the development at Waterloo Park where a new Aldi, Costa and KFC are being built.

Latest progress as development of new Aldi, KFC and Costa continues

Havant and South Downs College has received £900k to transform its construction workshops.

Large £900k grant secured to transform HSDC workshops

New prime minister Andy Burnham is being pushed by the Unite union to award the Skynet space satellite contract to Airbus, retaining jobs in Portsmouth. Pictured: Mr Burnham and unite general secretary Sharon Graham.

Andy Burnham urged to avoid 'massive mistake' which risks city jobs

Royal Navy torpedoes will continue to be maintained in Portsmouth after a multi-million contract was extended, securing hundreds of jobs. Pictured: A Stingray Training Variant Torpedo is fired from Type 23 frigate HMS Westminster during an exercise.

'Critical' deadly torpedoes for Royal Navy as deal secures 100 jobs

Ad Feature Chance to run your own bar on the Isle of Wight

Off the fence - Amanda Martin

OFF THE FENCE: Andy Burnham - King of the (Portsmouth) North

President Japarov (right) hosted the launch ceremony

Ad Feature Special Financial Investment Territory launched in Tamchy
The international jurisdiction is expected to create over 10,000 jobs.
Emily Jordan

The satellite will also be supported by MDA Space's legacy products for the deployable mechanism of thrusters and reflectors.

Ad Feature MDA Space to partner with Mitsubishi Electric's satellite programme

Hampshire County Council HQ. Image: LDRS

Hundreds of staff leave council after major internal changes

Two-thirds of business owners are fearful for their future due to rising costs.

Two-thirds of small firms hike prices as rises set to continue

This wheeled BiGDUG toolbox is designed to keep tools organised and portable, offering a practical storage solution for DIY enthusiasts, home mechanics and tradespeople working across multiple locations.

This £24 mobile toolbox could be a DIY bargain worth knowing about

UK Docks, based in Victoria Quay, Weevil Lane, Gosport, will be the site of maintaining Royal Navy and Royal Fleet Auxiliary.

'Skills shortage' hitting defence firms amid revolutionising navy

Defence Secretary John Healey

Promises made to break 'toothless system' and create British jobs

The land-based sector adds £2.5 billion in Gross Value Added (GVA) and supports 452,900 jobs, often in rural and remote areas.

Ad Feature Failure to invest in agricultural training risks UK food security

Royal Navy conducting patrols in the South China Sea.

'Defence unicorns' awarded new contracts in increased defence spending

A "hive of maritime activity" in Gosport is bolstering the Royal Navy and the town's job market. Pictured is: Shadow defence secretary James Cartlidge and Gosport MP Dame Caroline Dinenage.

'Hive of marine activity' galvanises Royal Navy defence jobs

Pictured is: Simon Jones, managing director for StandardAero. A huge £879m contract has been agreed to maintain Chinook and Apache helicopters, securing hundreds of jobs in Gosport.

Mega £879m helicopter contract hailed securing hundreds of jobs

A £879m maintenance contract has secured hundreds of jobs in Gosport working on Apache and Chinook helicopters. Pictured: Defence minister Luke Pollard at the Army Aviation Centre.

Hundreds of jobs secured in £879m Gosport helicopters mega deal
The multi-million pound contract is considered a “vote of confidence” for workers in Gosport
Freddie Webb

Signs have appeared for the new Superdrug in Waterlooville.

Anticipation as signs appear for new Superdrug in Waterlooville

New jobs have been secured for Gosport as UK Docks wins major contracts to support Royal Navy and MoD police boats. Pictured: Engineers working on the DSB 05 Volcano in Gosport.

New engineering jobs maintaining Royal Navy boats coming to Gosport

Waterlooville dad Harry Beattie in an ice bath - a daily routine which he says has aided his recovery from addiction.

Waterlooville dad kicks addiction by taking ice bath for 600 days

Delays in major reforms in Royal Navy, Army, and RAF - set to be outlined in the defence investment plan - is leading to a "feast or famine" environment where small businesses and jobs are at risk. From L: Samira Braund, defence director for ADS Group, and Andrew Kinniburgh, director general of Make UK Defence.

'Paralysis' in defence reforms creating 'feast or famine' environment

Delays to the Defence Investment Plan - setting out costed reforms for the Royal Navy, Army, and RAF - is causing staff at smaller businesses to lose their jobs. Pictured: Liberal Democrat MP Ian Roome, and Permanent Secretary James Pocklington.

Delays to major defence reforms causing people to lose jobs

Alexander Armstrong supports HP's Rapid Response Print Squad in London

Presenter Alexander Armstrong reveals his top 'dad mode' moments

BrewDog announce 38 bars are closing including two in Hampshire

44 per cent said general background noise causes them to lose concentration.

Two thirds of Gen Z office workers can’t work without headphones on

Defence firm workers are protesting in London over delays to the Defence Investment plan. This includes employees at Airbus, who construct satellites in Portsmouth.

'Dither and delay' putting Airbus jobs at risk - London protests

The exterior of the building and car park now appears to be complete.

Details revealed as new Lidl gets ready to open its doors

Pompey's fan zone has been a success in improving match-day income. Picture: Graham Hunt/ProSportsImages

Pompey food provider insolvent with staff told they will not be paid

52 per cent are picking up the tools to cut costs.

"Make do and mend" gives damaged items a second life

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

"Inertia" and delays threatening Portsmouth defence firms and jobs

Toob CEO Nick Parbutt.

Portsmouth firm named as one of the fastest growing tech companies

Parade of Shops at Rowner Road, Gosport

Chain looks to enhance security before opening new corner shop

Walkers enjoy the snow at Ditchling Beacon in January 2025. Met Office snow and ice warnings are predicting dangerous travel conditions across the UK (Photo: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

Your rights if you can’t get to work safely amid new snow alerts

Advanced communications systems developed in Gosport will be installed on new Type 26 Royal Navy frigates.

"Expert" Gosport firm fit Type 26 frigates with advanced technology

Defence giant BAE Systems has reached a jobs record and is growing due to Type 26 shipbuilding and other projects.

BAE Systems hits young people in training record - Portsmouth jobs

A Co-op store in London. The supermarket is investing £70m to create 7,000 new apprenticeships by 2030 (Photo: Peter Nicholls/Getty Images)

Thousands of new supermarket apprenticeships announced for 2026–2030

Many remote workers are looking for cheap ways to stay warm while working from home this winter (Photo: Pexels)

The warmest (and coldest) rooms for remote workers to save on heating

Remote workers could struggle to stay warm at home without increasing energy bills (Photo: Pexels)

Working 'like a cat' at home can keep you warm without raising bills

New roles at Smiths span HR, procurement, pensions, legal and other key corporate functions (Photos: Pexels)

Historic engineering firm expands UK workforce with 50 new jobs

A nurse tends to recovering patients on a general ward at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham. Around 18,000 NHS staff in England are set to lose their jobs under major restructuring plans (Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

NHS redundancy pay explained as 18,000 staff set to lose jobs

A nurse in the accident and emergency dept of Selly Oak Hospital in Birmingham. Around 18,000 staff roles are being cut in England as part of a major reorganisation (Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

18,000 NHS jobs to be cut in shake-up as staff warn of disruption

Fired Earth, a British luxury tile and home interiors chain, is closing all UK showrooms (Photos: Pexels)

Luxury homeware chain to close all UK showrooms, with 133 jobs lost

Airbus' base in Portsmouth has turned 70 with celebrations abound.

Portsmouth championed as defence "engine for growth" through jobs

Bodycare has been rescued from administration by Charles Denton, former CEO of The Body Shop (Photos: Getty Images/Pexels)

UK beauty retailer saved by ex-Body Shop CEO - and stores could reopen

Iceland has opened a 24-hour depot gym, complete with Stairmasters and 'turkey training' bags (Photo: Iceland)

Iceland drivers ‘squatting with turkeys’ as 1,800 Christmas jobs open