Friday, 28 May 2010

Army Radio News - 28 May 10

More IED's Are Being Detected In Helmand Province With The Aid Of Information From Local Afghan's

WO1 Justin Spreadborough from the Counter IED Taskforce says improved security provided by ISAF forces is encouraging Afghan civilians to come forward with increasing amounts of information.

Tributes Have Been Paid To Gunner Zak Cusack From 4th Regiment Royal Artillery Killed In Afghanistan On Wednesday

He was taking part in a routine reassurance patrol and died as a result of small arms fire after engaging with insurgent forces.

Government Scientists Believe They Are A Step Closer To Developing Better Ways Of Tracking And Targeting Insurgents

They've been conducting flight trials at Porton Down near Salisbury Plain using cutting edge sensors. It is hoped these experiments will lead to the development of better technology that can help troops counter IED threats more effectively.

There Continues To Be An Upward Trend In Retention In The UK's Armed Forces

That's according to the latest manning figures released by the MOD.

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