The MOD Has Confirmed The Names Of All Three British Soldiers Killed In Afghanistan On Wednesday 25th February
(Corporal Tom Gaden, Lance Corporal Paul Upton, and Rifleman Jamie Gunn all served with 1st Battalion The Rifles, and died from wounds sustained as a result of an enemy explosion during an escort patrol in the Gereshk district of Helmand Province)
The MOD Has Revealed It's Defence, Science And Technology Plan For The First Time To The Public
(Science and Technology Director Paul Stein spoke to Garrison FM about the reason why, at the recent launch of the plan in London)
The Blackwatch Have Recently Launched A New Wristband Ahead Of Their Imminent Deployment To Afghanistan
(Major Andrew Tait explained the wristband commemorates the regiments first deployment to Afghanistan as part of 3rd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland, and aims to raise money for the ABF and Scotland's Erskine Hospital)
Friday 27 February 2009
Thursday 26 February 2009
Army Radio News - 26 Feb 09
The MOD Confirms That 3 Soldiers From 1 Rifles Have Been Killed In Afghanistan
(They died from wounds sustained as a result of an enemy explosion during an escort operation in the Gereshk district of central Helmand Province, at approximately 0700 on Wednesday )
The MOD Releases The Latest Armed Forces Manning Figures
( ... and they show the services are currently at 97.2 per cent of their full time trained strength requirement . which is up from 96.8 per cent last quarter )
No Smoking Day
( If you're a smoker ... the 11 of March is a very important date for your diary this year, as it's National No Smoking Day - you're chance to put your cigs down and have a real try at giving up )
(They died from wounds sustained as a result of an enemy explosion during an escort operation in the Gereshk district of central Helmand Province, at approximately 0700 on Wednesday )
The MOD Releases The Latest Armed Forces Manning Figures
( ... and they show the services are currently at 97.2 per cent of their full time trained strength requirement . which is up from 96.8 per cent last quarter )
No Smoking Day
( If you're a smoker ... the 11 of March is a very important date for your diary this year, as it's National No Smoking Day - you're chance to put your cigs down and have a real try at giving up )
Wednesday 25 February 2009
Army Radio News - 25 Feb 09
Two Helmand Hospitals Reopen In Projects Overseen By British Military Stabilisation Support Teams
( As well as the military campaign that's being carried out in Afghanistan, a great deal of work and effort is also going into rebuilding the country's infrastructure ..... As part of that, the MOD has just confirmed that 2 Helmand hospitals have reopened following refurbishment by Afghan contractors and engineers from the International Security Assistance Force )
British Forces In Iraq - Prepare To Withdraw From Theatre
( The Army has revealed to Garrison FM, that as we head closer to the Summer and the expected withdrawal of British Soldiers from Iraq, UK troops in the country have already started to move kit South, in preparation for the return from theatre )
Exhibition - "Helmand: Faces Of Conflict"
( An exhibition is about to open at the National War Museum (Scotland) in Edinburgh Castle, featuring photographs that were taken while soldiers from 52 Infantry Brigade were deployed to Afghanistan. "Helmand: Faces of Conflict" will run until Feb 2010 and features the photography of Robert Wilson )
( As well as the military campaign that's being carried out in Afghanistan, a great deal of work and effort is also going into rebuilding the country's infrastructure ..... As part of that, the MOD has just confirmed that 2 Helmand hospitals have reopened following refurbishment by Afghan contractors and engineers from the International Security Assistance Force )
British Forces In Iraq - Prepare To Withdraw From Theatre
( The Army has revealed to Garrison FM, that as we head closer to the Summer and the expected withdrawal of British Soldiers from Iraq, UK troops in the country have already started to move kit South, in preparation for the return from theatre )
Exhibition - "Helmand: Faces Of Conflict"
( An exhibition is about to open at the National War Museum (Scotland) in Edinburgh Castle, featuring photographs that were taken while soldiers from 52 Infantry Brigade were deployed to Afghanistan. "Helmand: Faces of Conflict" will run until Feb 2010 and features the photography of Robert Wilson )
Tuesday 24 February 2009
Army Radio News - 24 Feb 09
London Celebrates The Achievents Of 7 Armoured Brigade In Iraq
(Members of Parliament from all parties invited the troops to attend a prestigious Westminster reception to allow them to show their appreciation for the dedication and sacrifice shown by the troops on Op TELIC 12. Around 120 personnel marched from Wellington Barracks, led by the Brigade Commander, Brigadier Sandy Storrie )
Gurkhas Prepare For Front Line In Kenya
( The MOD has revealed that 10 The Queen's Own Gurkha Logistic Regiment is currently in Kenya to test its skills against the country's harsh terrain, in preparation for deployment to Afghanistan )
The Archbishop Of York Sends A Message To British Soldiers Around The World
( His statement came as it was revealed that Veteran Airborne Forces from York had held a special ceremony to invite Dr John Sentamu to join them, following the tandem-parachute jump he made last year with the British Army's Red Devils Parachute Display Team )
(Members of Parliament from all parties invited the troops to attend a prestigious Westminster reception to allow them to show their appreciation for the dedication and sacrifice shown by the troops on Op TELIC 12. Around 120 personnel marched from Wellington Barracks, led by the Brigade Commander, Brigadier Sandy Storrie )
Gurkhas Prepare For Front Line In Kenya
( The MOD has revealed that 10 The Queen's Own Gurkha Logistic Regiment is currently in Kenya to test its skills against the country's harsh terrain, in preparation for deployment to Afghanistan )
The Archbishop Of York Sends A Message To British Soldiers Around The World
( His statement came as it was revealed that Veteran Airborne Forces from York had held a special ceremony to invite Dr John Sentamu to join them, following the tandem-parachute jump he made last year with the British Army's Red Devils Parachute Display Team )
Monday 23 February 2009
Army Radio News - 23 Feb 09
The Ministry Of Defence Responds To The Charge That It Is Less Than Open About British Forces Casualty Figures In Afghanistan
( The MOD says it keeps comprehensive medical records for each operational casualty and official summaries are published on the
MOD website every two weeks )
"Ridgeback" - Prepares To Save Lives - In Theatre
( ..... it's the 4 x 4 version of the Mastiff vehicle, which itself was introduced to Afghanistan about 18 months ago and has already provided excellent mobility on the ground and protection for troops - The 4x4 variant Ridgeback has been specifically built to withstand attack by mines )
The Army Sports Lottery
In this week's Army Sports Lottery Draw, there is one winner of the top prize of Ten Thousand Pounds:
Congratulations to:
Sgt T T D Frew, 27 Regt RLC, Aldershot
In 2nd Place winning Five Thousand Pounds, is
Tpr S Childs, QRL, Catterick
And in 3rd Place winning Two Thousand, Five Hundred Pounds, is
Gdsm W J Beverley, 1 Coldm Gds, Aldershot
( The MOD says it keeps comprehensive medical records for each operational casualty and official summaries are published on the
MOD website every two weeks )
"Ridgeback" - Prepares To Save Lives - In Theatre
( ..... it's the 4 x 4 version of the Mastiff vehicle, which itself was introduced to Afghanistan about 18 months ago and has already provided excellent mobility on the ground and protection for troops - The 4x4 variant Ridgeback has been specifically built to withstand attack by mines )
The Army Sports Lottery
In this week's Army Sports Lottery Draw, there is one winner of the top prize of Ten Thousand Pounds:
Congratulations to:
Sgt T T D Frew, 27 Regt RLC, Aldershot
In 2nd Place winning Five Thousand Pounds, is
Tpr S Childs, QRL, Catterick
And in 3rd Place winning Two Thousand, Five Hundred Pounds, is
Gdsm W J Beverley, 1 Coldm Gds, Aldershot
Friday 20 February 2009
Army Radio News - 20 Feb 09
Crucial Modifications Are Taking Place At The Home Of The UK's Attack Helicopter Force On Apache Helicopters That Will Soon Be Supporting British Soldiers In Afghanistan
(Roger Derby from Agusta Westland told Garrison FM's Liz Mullen on a recent tour of Wattisham Airfield in Suffolk, how well work was progressing)
The Director Of Infrastructure At UK Land Forces Says Problems With Army Housing Need To Be Formally Highlighted By Families, So The Army Can Help Bring About Improvements
(Brigadier Mark Armstrong said that families should complain directly to Modern Housing Solutions if they are not happy with the service being provided)
Tales Of High Adventure Appear In The Latest Edition of The Gunner Magazine
(Editor Major Mike Shaw explained more about a Gunner's involvement in the first British ascent of the south-east ridge of the fifth highest mountain in the world)
(Roger Derby from Agusta Westland told Garrison FM's Liz Mullen on a recent tour of Wattisham Airfield in Suffolk, how well work was progressing)
The Director Of Infrastructure At UK Land Forces Says Problems With Army Housing Need To Be Formally Highlighted By Families, So The Army Can Help Bring About Improvements
(Brigadier Mark Armstrong said that families should complain directly to Modern Housing Solutions if they are not happy with the service being provided)
Tales Of High Adventure Appear In The Latest Edition of The Gunner Magazine
(Editor Major Mike Shaw explained more about a Gunner's involvement in the first British ascent of the south-east ridge of the fifth highest mountain in the world)
Thursday 19 February 2009
Army Radio News - 19 Feb 09
Waves Of Helicopter-Borne Troops Strike Severely At Afghanistan's Narcotics Industry
( The operation, codenamed DIESEL, involved over 700 personnel and resulted in the disruption of enemy command and control, logistics and IED facilities in the Upper Sangin Valley, and the capture of four narcotics factories containing drugs, chemicals and equipment with a UK street value of 50 million pounds )
The Army Reveals A New System To Identify "Traumatic Stress" In Soldiers In The Field
( The Army says it's training soldiers in theatre to recognise the signs of post traumatic stress order in each other, so that the illness can be detected early and dealt with quickly )
The MOD Unveils Its New Ration Packs
( It has updated troops' ration packs, to ensure soldiers are getting the nutrients and vitamins they need on operations. A batch of the brand new, 24-hour, multi-climate ration packs are being sent to troops on Op Herrick in Afghanistan first, to let them try them out )
( The operation, codenamed DIESEL, involved over 700 personnel and resulted in the disruption of enemy command and control, logistics and IED facilities in the Upper Sangin Valley, and the capture of four narcotics factories containing drugs, chemicals and equipment with a UK street value of 50 million pounds )
The Army Reveals A New System To Identify "Traumatic Stress" In Soldiers In The Field
( The Army says it's training soldiers in theatre to recognise the signs of post traumatic stress order in each other, so that the illness can be detected early and dealt with quickly )
The MOD Unveils Its New Ration Packs
( It has updated troops' ration packs, to ensure soldiers are getting the nutrients and vitamins they need on operations. A batch of the brand new, 24-hour, multi-climate ration packs are being sent to troops on Op Herrick in Afghanistan first, to let them try them out )
Wednesday 18 February 2009
Army Radio News - 18 Feb 09
The Ministry of Defence Confirms That The British Army Soldier Who Was Killed In Afghanistan On Monday Was Lance Corporal Stephen Kingscott From 1st Battalion, The Rifles
( He died from wounds sustained as a result of enemy fire during a joint UK and Afghan National Army foot patrol to dominate ground in the district of Nawa, south of Lashkar Gah, in Helmand province )
The Armed Forces Minister Says The UK Has Done A Magnificent Job In Afghanistan
( Now that US President Barak Obama has announced he's sending 17,000 more troops to reinforce the American presence in Afghanistan, speculation is mounting that the UK will have to increase the number of soldiers it has in the country too )
The Man Who Will Be The Next CGS Says A Defence Review Will Follow The Next General Election
( General Sir David Richards is currently the Commander In Chief Land - and speaking on Garrison FM's Wilton Live, he said although some changes will be forced on him, he will influence military policy where he can )
( He died from wounds sustained as a result of enemy fire during a joint UK and Afghan National Army foot patrol to dominate ground in the district of Nawa, south of Lashkar Gah, in Helmand province )
The Armed Forces Minister Says The UK Has Done A Magnificent Job In Afghanistan
( Now that US President Barak Obama has announced he's sending 17,000 more troops to reinforce the American presence in Afghanistan, speculation is mounting that the UK will have to increase the number of soldiers it has in the country too )
The Man Who Will Be The Next CGS Says A Defence Review Will Follow The Next General Election
( General Sir David Richards is currently the Commander In Chief Land - and speaking on Garrison FM's Wilton Live, he said although some changes will be forced on him, he will influence military policy where he can )
Tuesday 17 February 2009
Army Radio News - 17 Feb 09
The Ministry Of Defence Confirms That A Soldier From 1 Rifles Has Been Killed In Helmand Province
( He died from wounds sustained as a result of enemy fire during a joint UK and Afghan National Army foot patrol to dominate ground in the district of NAWA, south of Lashkar Gah in Helmand Province )
The MOD Clarifies The Position On Personnel Using Social Networking Websites
( The MOD says soldiers are allowed to contribute material to sites like Facebook and blogs. However, it says it must ensure that sensitive information is not inadvertently placed in the public domain )
Phil Packer - Explains The Drive - To Reach His Million
(The British Army Major who was told by medics he'd never walk again, after he was injured in a rocket attack in Basra, has just completed a row across the English Channel and intends to complete the London Marathon on crutches )
( He died from wounds sustained as a result of enemy fire during a joint UK and Afghan National Army foot patrol to dominate ground in the district of NAWA, south of Lashkar Gah in Helmand Province )
The MOD Clarifies The Position On Personnel Using Social Networking Websites
( The MOD says soldiers are allowed to contribute material to sites like Facebook and blogs. However, it says it must ensure that sensitive information is not inadvertently placed in the public domain )
Phil Packer - Explains The Drive - To Reach His Million
(The British Army Major who was told by medics he'd never walk again, after he was injured in a rocket attack in Basra, has just completed a row across the English Channel and intends to complete the London Marathon on crutches )
Monday 16 February 2009
Army Radio News - 16 Feb 09
The MOD Confirms The Death Of Private Ryan Wrathall In Basra
( The incident, which occurred at approximately 0630 hours local time on Thursday, is the subject of a full investigation. No enemy forces were concerned in the incident and there is no evidence to suggest that anyone else was involved )
Police Look For Witnesses To A Traffic Accident That Killed 3 Soldiers In Pembrokeshire
( The MOD says the soldiers from the Royal Corps of Signals, were believed to be travelling in a silver Skoda Fabia on the A487 from Newgale to Haverfordwest - Dyfed Powys Police are investigating the incident and are appealing for witnesses to contact them )
Army Sports Lottery - This Week There Is One Winner of The Top Prize Of Ten Thousand Pounds:
Congratulations to:
L/Cpl M R Hogan, 2 Log Sp Regt RLC, BFPO 47
In 2nd Place winning Five Thousand Pounds, is
Sgt J C Hammett, 2 CS Coy REME, BFPO 39
And in 3rd Place winning Two Thousand Five Hundred Pounds, is
Cpl S A Baird, 4 Scots, BFPO 38
( The incident, which occurred at approximately 0630 hours local time on Thursday, is the subject of a full investigation. No enemy forces were concerned in the incident and there is no evidence to suggest that anyone else was involved )
Police Look For Witnesses To A Traffic Accident That Killed 3 Soldiers In Pembrokeshire
( The MOD says the soldiers from the Royal Corps of Signals, were believed to be travelling in a silver Skoda Fabia on the A487 from Newgale to Haverfordwest - Dyfed Powys Police are investigating the incident and are appealing for witnesses to contact them )
Army Sports Lottery - This Week There Is One Winner of The Top Prize Of Ten Thousand Pounds:
Congratulations to:
L/Cpl M R Hogan, 2 Log Sp Regt RLC, BFPO 47
In 2nd Place winning Five Thousand Pounds, is
Sgt J C Hammett, 2 CS Coy REME, BFPO 39
And in 3rd Place winning Two Thousand Five Hundred Pounds, is
Cpl S A Baird, 4 Scots, BFPO 38
Friday 13 February 2009
Army Radio News - 13 Feb 09
The Ministry Of Defence Has Confirmed The Death Of A British Soldier From 1st Battalion The Princess Of Wales Royal Regiment - Who Died On Thursday 12th February In Iraq
(The soldier died as a result of a shooting incident that took place at the Contingency Operating Base in Basra)
Families Of 1st Battalion The Welsh Guards Went To A Pre-Deployment Families Day At Lille Barracks In Aldershot Recently Attended By Colonel-In-Chief, The Prince Of Wales
(The Commanding Officer Lt Col Rupert Thornloe explained to Garrison FM the day was largely the Prince of Wales idea)
A Captain Who Serves With The Joint Civil And Military Co-operation Group In Camberley Has Recently Completed The Thames Trot - A 50-Mile Marathon
(Captain Rob Shenton explained to Garrison FM why he'll soon be adding a further 20 miles to his running clock by completing a cross country run in Devon)
(The soldier died as a result of a shooting incident that took place at the Contingency Operating Base in Basra)
Families Of 1st Battalion The Welsh Guards Went To A Pre-Deployment Families Day At Lille Barracks In Aldershot Recently Attended By Colonel-In-Chief, The Prince Of Wales
(The Commanding Officer Lt Col Rupert Thornloe explained to Garrison FM the day was largely the Prince of Wales idea)
A Captain Who Serves With The Joint Civil And Military Co-operation Group In Camberley Has Recently Completed The Thames Trot - A 50-Mile Marathon
(Captain Rob Shenton explained to Garrison FM why he'll soon be adding a further 20 miles to his running clock by completing a cross country run in Devon)
Thursday 12 February 2009
Army Radio News - 12 Feb 09
The MOD Reveals It's Considering Sending Specialist Troops To Afghanistan To Assist In Clearing IEDs
( It says it's looking at ways to improve protection from Improvised Explosive Devices and that could include the deployment of a number of specialists to counter the threat )
A Senior British Army Commander Explains Why He Has Put Soldiers and Their Families At The Very Top Of His Priority List
(52 Infantry Brigade is implementing a "People Action Plan" as it's people who are at the heart of the brigade - Its Commander says, if soldiers are to perform to the best of their ability, they must feel confident that their families at home are being looked after in a professional and caring manner )
A Petition On The Number 10 Downing Street Website, Aims To Have Military ID Cards Accepted As A Nationally Recognised Form Of Identification
( The move follows incidences of licensed premises refusing to accept the cards as proof of ID or age - The petitioners say they want to make the cards a nationally recognised form of ID, so that all establishments would have to accept them along with passports or driving licences )
( It says it's looking at ways to improve protection from Improvised Explosive Devices and that could include the deployment of a number of specialists to counter the threat )
A Senior British Army Commander Explains Why He Has Put Soldiers and Their Families At The Very Top Of His Priority List
(52 Infantry Brigade is implementing a "People Action Plan" as it's people who are at the heart of the brigade - Its Commander says, if soldiers are to perform to the best of their ability, they must feel confident that their families at home are being looked after in a professional and caring manner )
A Petition On The Number 10 Downing Street Website, Aims To Have Military ID Cards Accepted As A Nationally Recognised Form Of Identification
( The move follows incidences of licensed premises refusing to accept the cards as proof of ID or age - The petitioners say they want to make the cards a nationally recognised form of ID, so that all establishments would have to accept them along with passports or driving licences )
Wednesday 11 February 2009
Army Radio News - 11 Feb 09
The Prime Minister Praises The Bravery Of British Service Personnel Who Return To Duty Following Severe Injury
( Gordon Brown was speaking to MPs during Prime Ministers' Questions in the House Of Commons ... and he highlighted the case of 22 year old Grenadier Guard Scott Blaney who has recently returned to work on Queen's Guard duty at the Tower of London )
The Army Reveals That It's Seen A 37% Increase In Non-Freezing Cold Injuries - Now The Major Cause Of Injury On Exercises In The UK
( Non-Freezing Cold Injuries are those caused by cold, but not frostbite, which affects the feet and the hands )
The British Army Enlists The Help Of Garrison FM To Find A Singer
(A soldier who's also a record producer is trying to find a singer for a song that's been written to help raise money for Help For Heroes - If you want to be considered, ideally you'll be in the service and be able to sing R and B and Hip Hop style songs )
( Gordon Brown was speaking to MPs during Prime Ministers' Questions in the House Of Commons ... and he highlighted the case of 22 year old Grenadier Guard Scott Blaney who has recently returned to work on Queen's Guard duty at the Tower of London )
The Army Reveals That It's Seen A 37% Increase In Non-Freezing Cold Injuries - Now The Major Cause Of Injury On Exercises In The UK
( Non-Freezing Cold Injuries are those caused by cold, but not frostbite, which affects the feet and the hands )
The British Army Enlists The Help Of Garrison FM To Find A Singer
(A soldier who's also a record producer is trying to find a singer for a song that's been written to help raise money for Help For Heroes - If you want to be considered, ideally you'll be in the service and be able to sing R and B and Hip Hop style songs )
Tuesday 10 February 2009
Army Radio News - 10 Feb 09
A New Partner Means It's All Systems Go For The UK's Multi-Billion Pound Defence Academy
(One half of the Metrix Consortium - Land Securities Trillium - pulled out of the venture just before Christmas, but now it's been announced that Sodexo has been signed up as the new partner )
A Senior Army Officer Tells Garrison FM That Attack Helicopter Reinforcements May Be Hard To Find
(The man in charge of the British Army's attack helicopter force has told Garrison FM that if he's asked to provide additional aircraft for Afghanistan, he'll need to have more personnel established to fly them )
The Army Issues Tips For Winter Driving
(As the UK is hit with what's being described as the worst snow in 20 years, and freezing conditions and sheet ice make the roads particularly slippy and dangerous, Army MT staff are warning us to take extra care when driving and extra precautions before we travel )
(One half of the Metrix Consortium - Land Securities Trillium - pulled out of the venture just before Christmas, but now it's been announced that Sodexo has been signed up as the new partner )
A Senior Army Officer Tells Garrison FM That Attack Helicopter Reinforcements May Be Hard To Find
(The man in charge of the British Army's attack helicopter force has told Garrison FM that if he's asked to provide additional aircraft for Afghanistan, he'll need to have more personnel established to fly them )
The Army Issues Tips For Winter Driving
(As the UK is hit with what's being described as the worst snow in 20 years, and freezing conditions and sheet ice make the roads particularly slippy and dangerous, Army MT staff are warning us to take extra care when driving and extra precautions before we travel )
Monday 9 February 2009
Army Radio News - 9 Feb 09
The Armed Forces Minister Visits A Secure Basra
(Armed Forces Minister Bob Ainsworth has thanked British Army soldiers for the work they've been doing in Iraq, whilst on a visit to Basra, to see for himself how UK forces have helped transform the city )
The Army Families Federation Warns Of A Blockage In The Families Housing System
(The AFF is warning people who are occupying married quarters in areas where they're not entitled to live, that they're preventing entitled families from finding the accommodation they need )
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 pounds )
Congratulations to:
Pte M R Mardell, Defence Intelligence & Security Centre, Chicksands
In 2nd Place winning 5,000 pounds is
Maj L J N Daley, PJHQ Northwood HQ
And in 3rd Place winning 2,500 pounds, is
Maj A J Rogers, Headquarters Director Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (Army), Arborfield
(Armed Forces Minister Bob Ainsworth has thanked British Army soldiers for the work they've been doing in Iraq, whilst on a visit to Basra, to see for himself how UK forces have helped transform the city )
The Army Families Federation Warns Of A Blockage In The Families Housing System
(The AFF is warning people who are occupying married quarters in areas where they're not entitled to live, that they're preventing entitled families from finding the accommodation they need )
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 pounds )
Congratulations to:
Pte M R Mardell, Defence Intelligence & Security Centre, Chicksands
In 2nd Place winning 5,000 pounds is
Maj L J N Daley, PJHQ Northwood HQ
And in 3rd Place winning 2,500 pounds, is
Maj A J Rogers, Headquarters Director Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (Army), Arborfield
Army Radio News - 6 Feb 09
The British Army Has Celebrated The 60th Anniversary Of The Women's Royal Army Corp, Bringing Together Former And Serving Female Soldiers To Mark The Occasion
(Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Val Trout from the Salisbury branch of the Women's Royal Army Corps Association was delighted to hear from today's women soldiers that they are getting the same opportunities as men)
2nd Royal Tank Regiment Has Been Telling Garrison FM About The Role It Played In 19 Light Brigade's Mission Rehearsal Exercise On Salisbury Plain
(Major Charlie Burbridge explained how Egypt Squadron had been getting used to the Viking vehicle during the exercise, which they will be using on Operation Herrick 10 from March)
The MOD Has Launched A New Pilot Scheme Of Activity Holidays To Support Bereaved Service Families
(Major Rodney Harwood explained the application form for the Families Activity Breaks for children under 19 who have suffered bereavement, can be found on the British Army website)
(Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Val Trout from the Salisbury branch of the Women's Royal Army Corps Association was delighted to hear from today's women soldiers that they are getting the same opportunities as men)
2nd Royal Tank Regiment Has Been Telling Garrison FM About The Role It Played In 19 Light Brigade's Mission Rehearsal Exercise On Salisbury Plain
(Major Charlie Burbridge explained how Egypt Squadron had been getting used to the Viking vehicle during the exercise, which they will be using on Operation Herrick 10 from March)
The MOD Has Launched A New Pilot Scheme Of Activity Holidays To Support Bereaved Service Families
(Major Rodney Harwood explained the application form for the Families Activity Breaks for children under 19 who have suffered bereavement, can be found on the British Army website)
Thursday 5 February 2009
Army Radio News - 5 Feb 09
Downing Street Confirms That Chief of the General Staff, General Sir Richard Dannatt, Will Become The 159th Constable Of The Tower Of London
( As Constable of the Tower of London, a ceremonial role dating back to the eleventh century, General Sir Richard will be the Queen's representative within the Tower of London and its formal custodian )
The Commander Of The UK's Attack Helicopter Force, Has Explained To Garrison FM, Why The Aircraft's Power Must Be Used Carefully And Sparingly In Afghanistan
( He explained how aware his crews are, of their responsibility to correctly manage the extremely powerful weapon they have at their fingertips, in a country that's rebuilding its infrastructure, as much as it's engaged in conflict )
An Army Doghandler Based In Afghanistan Has Been Explaining The Need For Continuation Training To Keep Weapons And Explosives Search Dogs Up To Date
( ..... so they can continue to help counter the threats posed to coalition troops in Helmand Province )
( As Constable of the Tower of London, a ceremonial role dating back to the eleventh century, General Sir Richard will be the Queen's representative within the Tower of London and its formal custodian )
The Commander Of The UK's Attack Helicopter Force, Has Explained To Garrison FM, Why The Aircraft's Power Must Be Used Carefully And Sparingly In Afghanistan
( He explained how aware his crews are, of their responsibility to correctly manage the extremely powerful weapon they have at their fingertips, in a country that's rebuilding its infrastructure, as much as it's engaged in conflict )
An Army Doghandler Based In Afghanistan Has Been Explaining The Need For Continuation Training To Keep Weapons And Explosives Search Dogs Up To Date
( ..... so they can continue to help counter the threats posed to coalition troops in Helmand Province )
Wednesday 4 February 2009
Army Radio News - 4 Feb 09
The Ministry Of Defence Confirms That A British Army Officer Has Been Arrested In Afghanistan On Suspicion Of Breaching The Official Secrets Act
( The investigation has been referred from the MOD to the Metropolitan Police and is now under consideration )
The Army Tells Garrison FM That It Catches Just Over 1 Percent Of Personnel A Year Abusing Drugs
( And says it's doing what it can to keep the figure low - Col John Donnelly, from the Army's Compulsory Drug Testing Team told Garrison FM's about the dangers of taking drugs and why the Army takes the matter so seriously )
New Technology - Helps Army Training
( The Army's Training Development Branch, says the future .... is definitely ... electronic!! )
( The investigation has been referred from the MOD to the Metropolitan Police and is now under consideration )
The Army Tells Garrison FM That It Catches Just Over 1 Percent Of Personnel A Year Abusing Drugs
( And says it's doing what it can to keep the figure low - Col John Donnelly, from the Army's Compulsory Drug Testing Team told Garrison FM's about the dangers of taking drugs and why the Army takes the matter so seriously )
New Technology - Helps Army Training
( The Army's Training Development Branch, says the future .... is definitely ... electronic!! )
Tuesday 3 February 2009
Army Radio News - 3 Feb 09
The Army Announces A Change Of Venue For Her Majesty The Queen's Gun Salutes
( The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery will change its venue to fire the 41 Royal Gun Salute at noon on Friday, marking Her Majesty The Queen's accession to the throne in 1952 )
The Black Watch Reveals The Full Extent - Of Training For Afghanistan
( Pre-Deployment Training for troops heading out to Afghanistan doesn't just involve battlefield training on the Salisbury Plain and other training areas around the UK ..... there are a lot of other courses troops have to attend to prepare themselves ... )
The Army Gives You The Opportunity To Try Life As A Para
( The Parachute Regiment is looking for young people who want to be a part of one of the Army's elite regiments - You might fancy the idea straight away, or you might not be quite so sure what a career in the Para's would be like and want to find out more - either way, there's an opportunity to try the life out first to see what it's like )
( The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery will change its venue to fire the 41 Royal Gun Salute at noon on Friday, marking Her Majesty The Queen's accession to the throne in 1952 )
The Black Watch Reveals The Full Extent - Of Training For Afghanistan
( Pre-Deployment Training for troops heading out to Afghanistan doesn't just involve battlefield training on the Salisbury Plain and other training areas around the UK ..... there are a lot of other courses troops have to attend to prepare themselves ... )
The Army Gives You The Opportunity To Try Life As A Para
( The Parachute Regiment is looking for young people who want to be a part of one of the Army's elite regiments - You might fancy the idea straight away, or you might not be quite so sure what a career in the Para's would be like and want to find out more - either way, there's an opportunity to try the life out first to see what it's like )
Monday 2 February 2009
Army Radio News - 2 Feb 09
The Ministry Of Defence Confirms That The British Army Soldier Who Was Killed In Afghanistan On Friday Was Cpl Danny Nield, From 1st Battalion The Rifles
(He died as a result of an explosion, believed to have been caused by a Rocket Propelled Grenade, during a contact with enemy forces, on an operation North Of Musa Qaleh in Helmand Province )
Chief Of The Defence Staff Air Chief Marshall Sir Jock Stirrup Criticises Times Article
(He's written a letter to The Times after it followed up on an article originally published in The Economist quoting him as saying the British were "smug and complacent" over the challenges in Afghanistan. In his letter, he quoted the article and said it was a complete misrepresentation of his remarks about Counter Insurgency Doctrine )
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 )
Sgt Osborne G R CJSATC Admin, BFPO 58
2nd Prize £5,000 Tpr Sabin L T, QRH, BFPO 16
3rd Prize £2,500 Sgt Hughes J M, HQ REME Trg Gp, Reading
(He died as a result of an explosion, believed to have been caused by a Rocket Propelled Grenade, during a contact with enemy forces, on an operation North Of Musa Qaleh in Helmand Province )
Chief Of The Defence Staff Air Chief Marshall Sir Jock Stirrup Criticises Times Article
(He's written a letter to The Times after it followed up on an article originally published in The Economist quoting him as saying the British were "smug and complacent" over the challenges in Afghanistan. In his letter, he quoted the article and said it was a complete misrepresentation of his remarks about Counter Insurgency Doctrine )
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 )
Sgt Osborne G R CJSATC Admin, BFPO 58
2nd Prize £5,000 Tpr Sabin L T, QRH, BFPO 16
3rd Prize £2,500 Sgt Hughes J M, HQ REME Trg Gp, Reading
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