UK's new Sea Ceptor missile system enters into service

The missile system will offer a protective shield for the HMS Queen Elizabeth (pictured) and HMS Prince of Wales.A new missile system to provide protection for the UK’s two aircraft carriers has entered into service, defence secretary Gavin Williamson is due to announce on Thursday.The Sea Ceptors, developed at a cost of around £850m and deployed aboard Type 23-frigates, will offer a protective shield against missile attacks for the two carriers.