The MOD Say The Warrior Infantry Fighting Vehicle Will Emerge Better Than Ever After Being Put Through It’s Paces At The Defence Support Group’s Workshop in Donnington
The 1,000th Warrior vehicle to be repaired, re-built, and upgraded will be tested to it’s limits this month before returning to active front-line duty
A Football Tournament In A Village Near Basra Kicked Off The Opening Of New Playing Fields Recently – Built With The Help Of Soldiers From 1st Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment
British Army spokesman in Basra Captain Lawrence Roche explained to me this wasn’t the first time soldiers had been involved in such a project
An Ex-Para Soldier Has Launched An E-petition Campaigning For A Road In Wiltshire To Be Named The ‘Highway of Heroes”
George Ryan began the petition on the 10 Downing Street website to honour UK Troops killed in action, it calls for the A3102, between RAF Lyneham and Wootton Bassett, to be re-named
Friday 30 January 2009
Thursday 29 January 2009
Army Radio News - 29 Jan 09
The Army Reveals The Part It Is Playing, In Ensuring This Weekend’s Iraq Elections Are Fair and Peaceful
( The Provincial Elections, which will take place on Saturday, will be held in 14 of Iraq's 18 provinces - excluding Kirkuk and three autonomous Kurdish provinces. Lead formation in the South of the country at the moment is 20 Armoured Brigade )
No Smoking Day Takes Place On The 11th Of March
( You’re being reminded that if you want to think and plan ahead, on how you’re going to “Give Up” this year, No Smoking Day takes place on Wednesday the 11th of March. Two-thirds of military personnel who smoke say they would like to stop )
The Army Confirms – It’s Recruiting Miniature Soldiers
( The MOD has announced that approved Action Figures of the Armed Forces are to go on sale in the shops in May - The toys will showcase military personnel and equipment )
( The Provincial Elections, which will take place on Saturday, will be held in 14 of Iraq's 18 provinces - excluding Kirkuk and three autonomous Kurdish provinces. Lead formation in the South of the country at the moment is 20 Armoured Brigade )
No Smoking Day Takes Place On The 11th Of March
( You’re being reminded that if you want to think and plan ahead, on how you’re going to “Give Up” this year, No Smoking Day takes place on Wednesday the 11th of March. Two-thirds of military personnel who smoke say they would like to stop )
The Army Confirms – It’s Recruiting Miniature Soldiers
( The MOD has announced that approved Action Figures of the Armed Forces are to go on sale in the shops in May - The toys will showcase military personnel and equipment )
Wednesday 28 January 2009
Army Radio News - 28 Jan 09
The Commander In Chief Land Forces Says Clarity On The Armed Forces Role For The 2012 Olympics Is Needed As Soon As Possible
( General Sir David Richards, who will take over as head of the Army from General Sir Richard Dannatt later this year, told MPs that the Army may need new units, re-training and explosive specialists to be prepared properly for the event )
All Deployed Soldier’s Families, Should Have A Copy, Of The Army’s New Welfare Booklets
( The Army says there have been significant developments in welfare provision recently, some of which you may not be aware of – New booklets have been produced that look particularly at deployment support, specifically for families )
A Scottish Regiment Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary
( Serving and former members of the Royal Highland Fusiliers are coming from all over the world, including Australia, to attend Sunday’s special parade, civic reception and Church service at Glasgow Cathedral )
( General Sir David Richards, who will take over as head of the Army from General Sir Richard Dannatt later this year, told MPs that the Army may need new units, re-training and explosive specialists to be prepared properly for the event )
All Deployed Soldier’s Families, Should Have A Copy, Of The Army’s New Welfare Booklets
( The Army says there have been significant developments in welfare provision recently, some of which you may not be aware of – New booklets have been produced that look particularly at deployment support, specifically for families )
A Scottish Regiment Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary
( Serving and former members of the Royal Highland Fusiliers are coming from all over the world, including Australia, to attend Sunday’s special parade, civic reception and Church service at Glasgow Cathedral )
Tuesday 27 January 2009
Army Radio News - 27 Jan 09
The MOD Reveals A New Lease Of Life For The Starstreak High Velocity Missile System
( The close air defence system, with an advanced laser-guided weapon which flies at more than three times the speed of sound, is designed to counter threats from very-high-performance, low-flying aircraft and fast 'pop-up' strikes by helicopters )
The MOD Says It Hopes To Publish The Current Review Into The Reserve Forces In March Or April This Year
( The Review started last year and was set up to examine the useful deployment of the reserve forces, of all 3 services, in theatres around the world )
The Army Benevolent Fund Explains What Happens To The Money You Raise
( Every year the ABF needs somewhere in the region of 5-6 million pounds to help a wide variety of people who call on its services )
( The close air defence system, with an advanced laser-guided weapon which flies at more than three times the speed of sound, is designed to counter threats from very-high-performance, low-flying aircraft and fast 'pop-up' strikes by helicopters )
The MOD Says It Hopes To Publish The Current Review Into The Reserve Forces In March Or April This Year
( The Review started last year and was set up to examine the useful deployment of the reserve forces, of all 3 services, in theatres around the world )
The Army Benevolent Fund Explains What Happens To The Money You Raise
( Every year the ABF needs somewhere in the region of 5-6 million pounds to help a wide variety of people who call on its services )
Monday 26 January 2009
Army Radio News - 26 Jan 09
The Ministry Of Defence Responds To Claims That British Troops Are 'Appalled' They Have To Share Hospital Wards With Taliban Fighters
( The MOD says the UK Med Group provides the same level of medical care to all casualties at the Camp Bastion Field Hospital in Helmand Province, coalition soldiers, local people and Taliban fighters – a stance which is supported by the International Red Cross )
The Army Reveals An Initiative That Helps Families Keep In Touch With Soldiers In Theatre
( 20 Armoured Brigade, whose troops are normally based at Sennelager in Germany, are currently in Barsa and are using a website under the umbrella phrase “HOME 20” to enable families, troops and indeed anyone else, to keep track of what’s happening to the Brigade’s soldiers in theatre and elsewhere in the World )
We Bring You This Week’s Results In The Army Sports Lottery
(This week there is one winner of the top prize of £10,000 )
Congratulations to:
Pte J Appleby, Army Foundation College at Harrogate
In 2nd Place winning £5,000, is
Sgt P R Bone, JSSU (Cyp), BFPO 59
And in 3rd Place winning £2,500, is Cpl A Sherston, 36 Engr Regt, Maidstone
( The MOD says the UK Med Group provides the same level of medical care to all casualties at the Camp Bastion Field Hospital in Helmand Province, coalition soldiers, local people and Taliban fighters – a stance which is supported by the International Red Cross )
The Army Reveals An Initiative That Helps Families Keep In Touch With Soldiers In Theatre
( 20 Armoured Brigade, whose troops are normally based at Sennelager in Germany, are currently in Barsa and are using a website under the umbrella phrase “HOME 20” to enable families, troops and indeed anyone else, to keep track of what’s happening to the Brigade’s soldiers in theatre and elsewhere in the World )
We Bring You This Week’s Results In The Army Sports Lottery
(This week there is one winner of the top prize of £10,000 )
Congratulations to:
Pte J Appleby, Army Foundation College at Harrogate
In 2nd Place winning £5,000, is
Sgt P R Bone, JSSU (Cyp), BFPO 59
And in 3rd Place winning £2,500, is Cpl A Sherston, 36 Engr Regt, Maidstone
Friday 23 January 2009
Army Radio News - 23 Jan 09
Plans For The First Ever Armed Forces Day Are Announced
( Veteran's Minister Kevin Jones launches details of National Armed Forces Day that will take place on the 27th June, saying it will give people the chance to show their support and appreciation )
The Defence Secretary John Hutton Has Personally Thanked British Troops Who Successfully Drove Out Hundreds Of Taliban Fighters In A Massive Operation Over Christmas
(He showed his appreciation during a recent visit to the former Taliban stronghold of Nad-e-Ali district in Helmand Province )
7th Regiment Army Air Corp Has Talked To Garrison FM About Their Iminent Disbandment
(Major Charlie Morris explains that despite the sad news the Salisbury Plain based regiment will be disbanding at the end of March, the spirit of 7 AAC will live on as 7 Flying Training Regiment Army Air Corp based at Middle Wallop in Hampshire )
( Veteran's Minister Kevin Jones launches details of National Armed Forces Day that will take place on the 27th June, saying it will give people the chance to show their support and appreciation )
The Defence Secretary John Hutton Has Personally Thanked British Troops Who Successfully Drove Out Hundreds Of Taliban Fighters In A Massive Operation Over Christmas
(He showed his appreciation during a recent visit to the former Taliban stronghold of Nad-e-Ali district in Helmand Province )
7th Regiment Army Air Corp Has Talked To Garrison FM About Their Iminent Disbandment
(Major Charlie Morris explains that despite the sad news the Salisbury Plain based regiment will be disbanding at the end of March, the spirit of 7 AAC will live on as 7 Flying Training Regiment Army Air Corp based at Middle Wallop in Hampshire )
Thursday 22 January 2009
Army Radio News - 22 Jan 09
A British Army Officer Retraces Sir Ernest Shackleton’s Expedition To The South Pole
( Nearly three months after setting off on the 900-mile journey, British Army officer Henry Worsley, a Lieutenant Colonel with The Rifles and a descendant of Shackleton's skipper, Frank Worsley, arrived at the South Pole after travelling up to 10 hours a day on foot in temperatures as low as -52C )
The Army’s Workplace Programme Will Help You Through The Credit Crunch
( The Army has revealed it’s trying to help soldiers and families by working closely with the Financial Services Authority, to promote a programme of financial awareness briefings )
The Army's Announces The Publication Of The New British Army Fitness Guide
( It's been developed by the Army Physical Training Corps to offer a comprehensive guide to getting fitter, stronger and healthier and is based on actual exercises the Army uses to train soldiers )
( Nearly three months after setting off on the 900-mile journey, British Army officer Henry Worsley, a Lieutenant Colonel with The Rifles and a descendant of Shackleton's skipper, Frank Worsley, arrived at the South Pole after travelling up to 10 hours a day on foot in temperatures as low as -52C )
The Army’s Workplace Programme Will Help You Through The Credit Crunch
( The Army has revealed it’s trying to help soldiers and families by working closely with the Financial Services Authority, to promote a programme of financial awareness briefings )
The Army's Announces The Publication Of The New British Army Fitness Guide
( It's been developed by the Army Physical Training Corps to offer a comprehensive guide to getting fitter, stronger and healthier and is based on actual exercises the Army uses to train soldiers )
Wednesday 21 January 2009
Army Radio News - 21 Jan 09
Chief Of The General Staff, General Sir Richard Dannatt, Praises British Troops For Their “Success" In Southern Iraq
( General Dannatt praised the role British troops played in the Coalition in Iraq – creating a capable and impressive indigenous Iraqi fighting force )
The Army Explains Its Medical “Fastrack” System To Garrison FM
( When The Army's hospitals closed a few years ago, the NHS had very long waiting lists …. The Army realized it had to come up with a new system, to get soldiers into hospital faster than the NHS could )
Ale Festival Raises Cash For Help For Heroes
( It’s been revealed that one of the beneficiaries of cash raised at Colchester’s 2nd Winter Ale Festival, will be Help For Heroes - One of the beers on display has been brewed to help raise money for the charity )
( General Dannatt praised the role British troops played in the Coalition in Iraq – creating a capable and impressive indigenous Iraqi fighting force )
The Army Explains Its Medical “Fastrack” System To Garrison FM
( When The Army's hospitals closed a few years ago, the NHS had very long waiting lists …. The Army realized it had to come up with a new system, to get soldiers into hospital faster than the NHS could )
Ale Festival Raises Cash For Help For Heroes
( It’s been revealed that one of the beneficiaries of cash raised at Colchester’s 2nd Winter Ale Festival, will be Help For Heroes - One of the beers on display has been brewed to help raise money for the charity )
Tuesday 20 January 2009
Army Radio News - 20 Jan 09
A Senior Army Officer Praises CGS For Highlighting The Stresses British Army Personnel And Their Families Have Had To Endure, As A Result Of Service In Iraq And Afghanistan
( CGS, General Sir Richard Dannatt said units should not be sent on operations for more than 6 months out of every 36, compared to the current situation, where it’s not unusual for deployments to be only a year apart )
The ABF Needs Your Help Now, More Than Ever
( The economic downturn doesn’t just affect the UK’s banks, businesses and us as individuals – It also affects people and organisations that rely on “giving” … charities …. which includes the Army Benevolent Fund )
The Latest Edition Of The Gunner Magazine Has Just Been Published
( The Royal Regiment Of Artillery magazine is packed full of interesting stories and features for British Army soldiers )
( CGS, General Sir Richard Dannatt said units should not be sent on operations for more than 6 months out of every 36, compared to the current situation, where it’s not unusual for deployments to be only a year apart )
The ABF Needs Your Help Now, More Than Ever
( The economic downturn doesn’t just affect the UK’s banks, businesses and us as individuals – It also affects people and organisations that rely on “giving” … charities …. which includes the Army Benevolent Fund )
The Latest Edition Of The Gunner Magazine Has Just Been Published
( The Royal Regiment Of Artillery magazine is packed full of interesting stories and features for British Army soldiers )
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