Army Radio News - 26 Aug 10

The MOD's Released The Latest UK Armed Forces Manning Figures

The stats show they're currently at 99.7 percent of their full time Trained Strength requirement. That's an increase of more than 2 percent from last year

Chart Stars 'The Soldiers' Have Given More Than 250-Thousand Pounds To Forces Charities

The trio, who are all serving soldiers, raised the cash through sales of their debut release and sell-out UK tour. Now they're giving other servicemen and women the chance to add their voices to two tracks on their next album.

Soldiers From 72 Engineer Regiment Are Getting Ready For A Massive Challenge

They're going to run around their Brigade Boundaries, which will amount to 23 marathons in 23 days. The runners are to doing it to raise community spirit as well as funds for five charities