3 Para Help Provide Local Afghans Better Security Than They Have Ever Had Before
QM Major Des Hendry has been talking to Garrison FM's Liz Mullen at Camp Bastion about the regiments achievements so far on Op Herrick 13.
A Tidworth Based Tankie Has Survived Being Shot In Afghanistan
Lance Corporal Craig Murfitt from 2 RTR showed the true meaning of 'courageous restraint' when he chose not to return fire on an insurgent who was using a young girl as a human shield.
The Government Wants To Know Your Views On The Way Equipment Support And Technology Is Provided For The UK's Defence And Security
It follows the publication of a Green Paper announced by Minister for Defence Equipment and Support Peter Luff. Post your views at http://www.defenceconsultations.org.uk/
Army Education Officers Get Ready To Run A Marathon On Christmas Eve In Afghanistan
Lt Claire Westerman, Captain Jon Toomey and Captain Greg Hutchison will complete 96 laps of patrol base Shawqat in preparation for next year's Exercise Boru's Bound.
Tuesday 21 December 2010
Monday 20 December 2010
Army Radio News - 20 Dec 10
Garrison FM's Liz Mullen Keeps Up With Troops In Afghanistan
Among the many she has spoken to so far Sgt Andrew Jones from 22 Engineer Regiment talks about repairing a bridge blown up by the Taliban and Physio Captain Faye Taylor from 16 Med Regiment describes how she helps keep soldiers on the move around PB's and FOB's in Helmand Province.
Hear more updates and interviews from Liz Mullen in Afghanistan throughout the week on Garrison FM and online at garrisonfm.com
Acting Ranks Will Be Recognised In Pension And Compensation Payments Made To Dependants Of Service Personnel Killed As A Result Of Active Service
It's part of changes being made to pension and compensation packages recently announced by the Secretary of State for Defence Dr Liam Fox.
The General Officer Commanding Of 2 Division Talks To Garrison FM
General David Shaw reflects on the past year looks ahead to 2011.
Army Sports Lottery Results
Cpl C M Perrin from 2 Signal Regiment in York wins the top prize of ten thousand pounds.
WO2 J C Postance from 10 Signal Regiment in Corsham is in second place winning five thousand pounds.
SSgt A D Hobson based at HQ Land Command wins two-thousand five hundred pounds.
Among the many she has spoken to so far Sgt Andrew Jones from 22 Engineer Regiment talks about repairing a bridge blown up by the Taliban and Physio Captain Faye Taylor from 16 Med Regiment describes how she helps keep soldiers on the move around PB's and FOB's in Helmand Province.
Hear more updates and interviews from Liz Mullen in Afghanistan throughout the week on Garrison FM and online at garrisonfm.com
Acting Ranks Will Be Recognised In Pension And Compensation Payments Made To Dependants Of Service Personnel Killed As A Result Of Active Service
It's part of changes being made to pension and compensation packages recently announced by the Secretary of State for Defence Dr Liam Fox.
The General Officer Commanding Of 2 Division Talks To Garrison FM
General David Shaw reflects on the past year looks ahead to 2011.
Army Sports Lottery Results
Cpl C M Perrin from 2 Signal Regiment in York wins the top prize of ten thousand pounds.
WO2 J C Postance from 10 Signal Regiment in Corsham is in second place winning five thousand pounds.
SSgt A D Hobson based at HQ Land Command wins two-thousand five hundred pounds.
Friday 17 December 2010
Army Radio News - 17 Dec 10
Garrison FM's With Troops In Afghanistan In The Countdown To Christmas
Liz Mullen's at Camp Bastion talking to those involved in current operations including Commanding Officer of 23 Engineer Regiment Lt Col Fraser Ross.
3 Commando Brigade Royal Marines Will Become The Lead Formation In Afghanistan
They will follow 16 Air Assault Brigade when they return in April next year.
Double Recognition For A Catterick Based Bomb Disposal Expert
WO2 Karl Ley from 521 Squadron (EOD) Regiment RLC is presented with his George Medal at Buckingham Palace and scoops a top Millies award in the same week.
The MOD Announces Changes To The Continuity Of Education Allowance
The departments reviewing the broad range of allowances as announced in the Strategic Defence and Security Review.
Loughborough TA Soldiers Hope To Raise Ten Thousand Pounds For ABF: The Soldiers Charity
Linking up with Clinton Cards they have launched their own range of charity Christmas cards on sale across all 680 stores.
Liz Mullen's at Camp Bastion talking to those involved in current operations including Commanding Officer of 23 Engineer Regiment Lt Col Fraser Ross.
3 Commando Brigade Royal Marines Will Become The Lead Formation In Afghanistan
They will follow 16 Air Assault Brigade when they return in April next year.
Double Recognition For A Catterick Based Bomb Disposal Expert
WO2 Karl Ley from 521 Squadron (EOD) Regiment RLC is presented with his George Medal at Buckingham Palace and scoops a top Millies award in the same week.
The MOD Announces Changes To The Continuity Of Education Allowance
The departments reviewing the broad range of allowances as announced in the Strategic Defence and Security Review.
Loughborough TA Soldiers Hope To Raise Ten Thousand Pounds For ABF: The Soldiers Charity
Linking up with Clinton Cards they have launched their own range of charity Christmas cards on sale across all 680 stores.
Thursday 16 December 2010
Army Radio News - 16 Dec 10
The MOD's Announced A New Pelvic Protection System For Troops Fighting In Afghanistan
It's the result of extensive scientific research and development by the Ministry of Defence and Defence Science and Technology Laboratories.
A Soldier Who Sustained Terrible Injuries Saving The Lives Of Fellow Troops In Afghanistan Has Been Honoured At The Sun's Millie Awards
Corporal Ricky Ferguson from 4th Battalion the Rifles based on Salisbury has been presented with the prestigious Life Saver Award.
British Trained Afghan National Police Officers Have Repaid Their Mentors
They've also proven their crime-fighting abilities, by seizing a large haul of equipment which had been stolen from UK forces.
110 Miles In Seven Days - That's The Challenge 10 Service Veterans Have Set Themselves
Next year, they'll be marching around the coast of Anglesey in North Wales, with full kit.
It's the result of extensive scientific research and development by the Ministry of Defence and Defence Science and Technology Laboratories.
A Soldier Who Sustained Terrible Injuries Saving The Lives Of Fellow Troops In Afghanistan Has Been Honoured At The Sun's Millie Awards
Corporal Ricky Ferguson from 4th Battalion the Rifles based on Salisbury has been presented with the prestigious Life Saver Award.
British Trained Afghan National Police Officers Have Repaid Their Mentors
They've also proven their crime-fighting abilities, by seizing a large haul of equipment which had been stolen from UK forces.
110 Miles In Seven Days - That's The Challenge 10 Service Veterans Have Set Themselves
Next year, they'll be marching around the coast of Anglesey in North Wales, with full kit.
Wednesday 15 December 2010
Army Radio News - 15 Dec 10
Communicating With Local Nationals In Afghanistan's Becoming More Important Each Day
To do this, cultural advisors are given months of language training before deploying and once out there, they regularly go on patrol with the guys on the ground.
Soldiers From 2 SCOTS Have Found And Neutralised A Taliban Facility For Producing IEDs In Afghanistan
The insurgent staging post, which also hid drugs to be sold to raise funds, was discovered by soldiers from B Company, The Royal Highland Fusiliers, 2 SCOTS.
British Soldiers And Their Partners In The Afghan National Army Are Helping Children In The Country Stay Warm
They've delivered winter coats, wellies and hats to youngsters in an settlement recently controlled by the Taliban.
Soldiers On Salisbury Plain Have Been Presented With Operational Service Medals By The Intrepid Explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes
42 Battery 32 Regiment Royal Artillery have recently returned from a six-month tour of Afghanistan, where they provided real time video footage using their 'eyes in the sky' Hermes 450 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV).
To do this, cultural advisors are given months of language training before deploying and once out there, they regularly go on patrol with the guys on the ground.
Soldiers From 2 SCOTS Have Found And Neutralised A Taliban Facility For Producing IEDs In Afghanistan
The insurgent staging post, which also hid drugs to be sold to raise funds, was discovered by soldiers from B Company, The Royal Highland Fusiliers, 2 SCOTS.
British Soldiers And Their Partners In The Afghan National Army Are Helping Children In The Country Stay Warm
They've delivered winter coats, wellies and hats to youngsters in an settlement recently controlled by the Taliban.
Soldiers On Salisbury Plain Have Been Presented With Operational Service Medals By The Intrepid Explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes
42 Battery 32 Regiment Royal Artillery have recently returned from a six-month tour of Afghanistan, where they provided real time video footage using their 'eyes in the sky' Hermes 450 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV).
Tuesday 14 December 2010
Army Radio News - 14 Dec 10
Soldiers In Afghanistan Have Been Having Some Different Visitors To Their Usual
Sky's Soccer AM team are at Camp Bastion, filming for a broadcast which is to go out this weekend.
The Mettle Of The Afghan National Police Has Been Tested
Soldiers from the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, 5th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland took part. Op TORA GHAR was a three day operation.
The Colours Of Yorkshire's Territorial Army Infantry Regiment Have Been Laid To Rest
The old Colours of the 4th Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment were carried for the last time at a special laying up service at St Wilfred's Church near York.
The Army Sports Awards Have Been Held At Andover
Garrison FM's Josette Lesser was MC at the event.
The Results Are In For This Week's Army Sports Lottery
This week it's a super draw, where the prizes are doubled. Winning the first prize of 20 thousand pounds is SSgt Hughes of 22 Engr Regt in Tidworth. Capt Middleton from 1 (UK) Armd Div Sig Regt came second and won 10 thousand. Bagging the third prize of 5 grand is SSgt Jackson of the Royal Gibraltar Regt.
Sky's Soccer AM team are at Camp Bastion, filming for a broadcast which is to go out this weekend.
The Mettle Of The Afghan National Police Has Been Tested
Soldiers from the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, 5th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland took part. Op TORA GHAR was a three day operation.
The Colours Of Yorkshire's Territorial Army Infantry Regiment Have Been Laid To Rest
The old Colours of the 4th Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment were carried for the last time at a special laying up service at St Wilfred's Church near York.
The Army Sports Awards Have Been Held At Andover
Garrison FM's Josette Lesser was MC at the event.
The Results Are In For This Week's Army Sports Lottery
This week it's a super draw, where the prizes are doubled. Winning the first prize of 20 thousand pounds is SSgt Hughes of 22 Engr Regt in Tidworth. Capt Middleton from 1 (UK) Armd Div Sig Regt came second and won 10 thousand. Bagging the third prize of 5 grand is SSgt Jackson of the Royal Gibraltar Regt.
Monday 13 December 2010
Army Radio News - 13 Dec 10
The Foreign Secretary's Been Looking Back On 2010
William Hague's been sharing his thoughts on the British Army and the work being done in Afghanistan.
British Paratroopers And Their Afghan National Army Colleagues Have Made A Significant Advance Deep Into The Taliban's Helmand Heatlands
They've been driving out insurgents and establishing government control.
Afghan National Army Engineers Are Improving Their Counter-Improvised Explosive Device Abilities
They're doing it with the help of training from British Army experts.
The Second World Cup Biathlon Of The Season Has Seen The Best British Women's Result For Three Years
Corporal Amanda Lightfoot's performance at Hockzfiltzen secured qualification to compete in world cups in the new year.
Friday 10 December 2010
Army Radio News - 10 Dec 10
The Army School Of Physical Training's Had Its First Pass Off Parade Since Being Awarded Royal Status
Friends and family gathered to watch the RAPTC instructors receive their badges.
British Troops Have Brought Power And Clean Water To The Neighbourhoods Around Their Base In Kabul
They've also been expanding schools and providing sports facilities.
The British Military's Been Giving Its Support To Emergency Services And Helping Isolated Communities During The Big Freeze
Troops from 1 and 6 SCOTS and 32 Signal Regiment have been using Army Land Rovers to assist the Scottish Ambulance Service in driving NHS paramedics to call-outs in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
A Grenadier Guard's Hoping To Pip X Factor To The Number 1 Post This Christmas
Cpt Xander Rawlins has released his own single.
Friends and family gathered to watch the RAPTC instructors receive their badges.
British Troops Have Brought Power And Clean Water To The Neighbourhoods Around Their Base In Kabul
They've also been expanding schools and providing sports facilities.
The British Military's Been Giving Its Support To Emergency Services And Helping Isolated Communities During The Big Freeze
Troops from 1 and 6 SCOTS and 32 Signal Regiment have been using Army Land Rovers to assist the Scottish Ambulance Service in driving NHS paramedics to call-outs in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
A Grenadier Guard's Hoping To Pip X Factor To The Number 1 Post This Christmas
Cpt Xander Rawlins has released his own single.
Thursday 9 December 2010
Army Radio News - 09 Dec 10
A New Military Rehabilitation Centre's Open For Business
Canada House is a facility in Aldershot.
Work's Started On A Multi-Million Pound Contract To Build More Homes For Soldiers And Their Families
A ceremony's been held to mark the beginning of construction on the Canadian Estate at Bulford Camp near Salisbury.
The Minister For Defence Personnel, Welfare And Veterans Has Endorsed The Independent Report Published This Week Looking At Ways Of Re-Building The Military Covenant
Work's already begun on two of the reports recommendations, which include an Armed Forces Community Covenant and a Chief of Defence Commendation scheme.
More Than Four Hundred Soldiers Have Marched Through Richmond In North Yorkshire
They were all members of 1 Close Support Battalion REME. It was to mark their return from a six month tour of Afghanistan.
Canada House is a facility in Aldershot.
Work's Started On A Multi-Million Pound Contract To Build More Homes For Soldiers And Their Families
A ceremony's been held to mark the beginning of construction on the Canadian Estate at Bulford Camp near Salisbury.
The Minister For Defence Personnel, Welfare And Veterans Has Endorsed The Independent Report Published This Week Looking At Ways Of Re-Building The Military Covenant
Work's already begun on two of the reports recommendations, which include an Armed Forces Community Covenant and a Chief of Defence Commendation scheme.
More Than Four Hundred Soldiers Have Marched Through Richmond In North Yorkshire
They were all members of 1 Close Support Battalion REME. It was to mark their return from a six month tour of Afghanistan.
Wednesday 8 December 2010
Army Radio News - 08 Dec 10
The Prime Minster's Welcomed The Publication Of An Independent Report Into Innovative Ways To Support The Military Covenant
The Government's promised to rebuild the bond between the nation and its Armed Forces.
Soldiers From The 2nd Royal Tank Regiment In Afghanistan Have Traded In Their Old Viking Vehicles
They've now upgraded to the mighty Warthog.
The New Commanding Officer Of 3 Rifles Has Been Speaking To Garrison FM About How He's Settling In
Lt Col Charlie McConachie took on the role two months ago and replaces Lt Col Nick Kitson.
The UK's Leading Ex-Military Recruitment Consultancy's On A Fact-Finding Mission In Afghanistan
Author Andy McNab, who's also a director for Forceselect, has been in Kabul speaking to personnel from all three services about the skills they've got.
The Government's promised to rebuild the bond between the nation and its Armed Forces.
Soldiers From The 2nd Royal Tank Regiment In Afghanistan Have Traded In Their Old Viking Vehicles
They've now upgraded to the mighty Warthog.
The New Commanding Officer Of 3 Rifles Has Been Speaking To Garrison FM About How He's Settling In
Lt Col Charlie McConachie took on the role two months ago and replaces Lt Col Nick Kitson.
The UK's Leading Ex-Military Recruitment Consultancy's On A Fact-Finding Mission In Afghanistan
Author Andy McNab, who's also a director for Forceselect, has been in Kabul speaking to personnel from all three services about the skills they've got.
Tuesday 7 December 2010
Army Radio News - 07 Dec 10
Plans Are Being Put In Place To Significantly Boost The UK's Military Campaign In Afghanistan
During his latest visit to the country the Prime Minister's announced a package of measures, which will see British Troops and the Afghan National Security Forces Benefit from more funding and state of the art equipment.
A Brave And Utterly Dependable Man And A Good Friend To All
Those are the words used by Lieutenant Col James Coates, the CO of 3 Para, to describe the soldier killed in Afghanistan on Sunday. Private John Howard was on patrol, 10 kilometres away from Lashkah Gar, when he was fatally wounded during an action conducted against insurgents operating in that area.
The Commander Of 4th Mechanized Brigade's Paid Tribute To The 72 Killed During The Brigade's Deployment To Afghanistan
Brigadier Richard Felton read out each name at a Memorial and Thanksgiving Service at York Minster.
Troops On The Frontline Will Get The Chance To Phone Home For Longer This Christmas
Personnel on operations will receive an extra 30 minutes of free talk time from the MOD to use over the festive period.
During his latest visit to the country the Prime Minister's announced a package of measures, which will see British Troops and the Afghan National Security Forces Benefit from more funding and state of the art equipment.
A Brave And Utterly Dependable Man And A Good Friend To All
Those are the words used by Lieutenant Col James Coates, the CO of 3 Para, to describe the soldier killed in Afghanistan on Sunday. Private John Howard was on patrol, 10 kilometres away from Lashkah Gar, when he was fatally wounded during an action conducted against insurgents operating in that area.
The Commander Of 4th Mechanized Brigade's Paid Tribute To The 72 Killed During The Brigade's Deployment To Afghanistan
Brigadier Richard Felton read out each name at a Memorial and Thanksgiving Service at York Minster.
Troops On The Frontline Will Get The Chance To Phone Home For Longer This Christmas
Personnel on operations will receive an extra 30 minutes of free talk time from the MOD to use over the festive period.
Monday 6 December 2010
Army Radio News - 06 Dec 10
4th Mechanized Brigade's fallen are remembered at York Minster
Thousands gathered at the service of memorial and thanksgiving.
Helmand's Police Training Centre becomes a year old
5 Scots currently partner the ANP at the centre which was established last year to provide a formal training course to raise the standard of policing across the province.
Garrison FM's been backstage at the British Military Tournament
The revived spectacle in aid of ABF: The Soldiers Charity took place at Earls Court in London over the weekend.
Medics from Camp Bastion are about to take on an epic endurance challenge for SSAFA and Combat Stress
It's called 'Ride Home for Christmas' and involves a team of eight completing a virtual journey on rowing machines and exercise bikes from Afghanistan to Colchester the home of 16 Med Regt.
Army Sports Lottery Results
The top prize of ten thousand pounds goes to Lt J R Maloney from 6 Regiment RLC at BFPO 47.
Second prize of five thousand pounds goes to Bombardier R M Maddock from 7 Commando Bty RA based at Arbroath.
Third prize of two thousand five hundred pounds goes to Private S C Jackson from 2 Royal Anglian's at BFPO 23.
Thousands gathered at the service of memorial and thanksgiving.
Helmand's Police Training Centre becomes a year old
5 Scots currently partner the ANP at the centre which was established last year to provide a formal training course to raise the standard of policing across the province.
Garrison FM's been backstage at the British Military Tournament
The revived spectacle in aid of ABF: The Soldiers Charity took place at Earls Court in London over the weekend.
Medics from Camp Bastion are about to take on an epic endurance challenge for SSAFA and Combat Stress
It's called 'Ride Home for Christmas' and involves a team of eight completing a virtual journey on rowing machines and exercise bikes from Afghanistan to Colchester the home of 16 Med Regt.
Army Sports Lottery Results
The top prize of ten thousand pounds goes to Lt J R Maloney from 6 Regiment RLC at BFPO 47.
Second prize of five thousand pounds goes to Bombardier R M Maddock from 7 Commando Bty RA based at Arbroath.
Third prize of two thousand five hundred pounds goes to Private S C Jackson from 2 Royal Anglian's at BFPO 23.
Friday 3 December 2010
Army Radio News - 03 Dec 10
Former Commanders Respond To The Latest Wikileaks Claims
Col Stuart Tootal says claims the UK was not up to the job in Helmand without US support are based on the opinions of individuals and don't reflect the efforts of troops on the ground.
The Chief Of The Defence Staff And Permanent Secretary Of The MOD Have Been On A Joint Visit To Afghanistan
General Sir David Richards and Ursula Brennan saw soldiers from 5 Scots and MOD Police at the Helmand Police Training Centre.
Engineers From 6 Battalion REME Are Keeping The British Army On The Move In Helmand
Major Mike Lewin explained to Garrison FM how they have been helping 2 Royal Welsh keep their vehicles moving on a combat logistic patrol.
More Than 400 Soldiers From The Royal Dragoon Guards Have Paraded Through The Snow At York Race Course
They marched to remember their fallen colleagues and receive operational tour medals.
Members Of The Public Are Urged To Donate To UK4U Thanks Instead Of Sending Unsolicited Parcels This Christmas
Major Fee Scotter says it's the most effective way of showing support for soldiers deployed overseas this festives season.
Col Stuart Tootal says claims the UK was not up to the job in Helmand without US support are based on the opinions of individuals and don't reflect the efforts of troops on the ground.
The Chief Of The Defence Staff And Permanent Secretary Of The MOD Have Been On A Joint Visit To Afghanistan
General Sir David Richards and Ursula Brennan saw soldiers from 5 Scots and MOD Police at the Helmand Police Training Centre.
Engineers From 6 Battalion REME Are Keeping The British Army On The Move In Helmand
Major Mike Lewin explained to Garrison FM how they have been helping 2 Royal Welsh keep their vehicles moving on a combat logistic patrol.
More Than 400 Soldiers From The Royal Dragoon Guards Have Paraded Through The Snow At York Race Course
They marched to remember their fallen colleagues and receive operational tour medals.
Members Of The Public Are Urged To Donate To UK4U Thanks Instead Of Sending Unsolicited Parcels This Christmas
Major Fee Scotter says it's the most effective way of showing support for soldiers deployed overseas this festives season.
Thursday 2 December 2010
Army Radio News - 02 Dec 10
Heavy Snow's Causing Problems For Garrison's Up And Down The Country
But it's more or less business as usual for the MOD Defence School of Transport.
More Protection Being Given To Locals In An Area Of Helmand Province
It's as a new police station's opened. It also means a nearby school can re-open.
The Tri-Service Military Stabilisation Support Group's Been Awarded The Prestigious Firmin Sword Of Peace
It's in recognition of the unit's humanitarian work in Afghanistan.
We're Recruiting As Hard As We Ever Have
That's the message from the commander recruiting for the army in Scotland. Lt Col Guy Moncur sez despite defence cuts, they're still finding people who want a career in the forces.
But it's more or less business as usual for the MOD Defence School of Transport.
More Protection Being Given To Locals In An Area Of Helmand Province
It's as a new police station's opened. It also means a nearby school can re-open.
The Tri-Service Military Stabilisation Support Group's Been Awarded The Prestigious Firmin Sword Of Peace
It's in recognition of the unit's humanitarian work in Afghanistan.
We're Recruiting As Hard As We Ever Have
That's the message from the commander recruiting for the army in Scotland. Lt Col Guy Moncur sez despite defence cuts, they're still finding people who want a career in the forces.
Wednesday 1 December 2010
Army Radio News - 01 Dec 10
The Parachute Regiment's Band Has Held Its Final Rehearsal before heading out to Afghanistan
They're going for a morale-boosting tour over Christmas and New Year.
Thousands Are Expected To Back This Year's Faces For The Forces
It's an annual Christmas campaign collecting video messages of support for the UK's troops home and abroad.
A Christmas Box Campaign For The Armed Forces Has Been Launched
St John's Wood Barracks, home of the famous King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery, was the setting for the launch of the uk4u Thanks! 2010 Christmas Box campaign.
Members Of The Royal Electrical And Mechanical Engineers Are Getting Ready To Celebrate The Birthday Of The Corps' Patron Saint
St Eligius Day services are held the first Sunday of this month annually.
They're going for a morale-boosting tour over Christmas and New Year.
Thousands Are Expected To Back This Year's Faces For The Forces
It's an annual Christmas campaign collecting video messages of support for the UK's troops home and abroad.
A Christmas Box Campaign For The Armed Forces Has Been Launched
St John's Wood Barracks, home of the famous King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery, was the setting for the launch of the uk4u Thanks! 2010 Christmas Box campaign.
Members Of The Royal Electrical And Mechanical Engineers Are Getting Ready To Celebrate The Birthday Of The Corps' Patron Saint
St Eligius Day services are held the first Sunday of this month annually.
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