Monday 31 January 2011

Army Radio News - 31 Jan 11


All Three Services Came Together Last Week In Preparation For The Next Tour Of Duty Of Afghanistan


Hundreds gathered on Salisbury Plain for the training.

A Project, Which Will Link Two Major Afghan Cities Is Now Underway

The new road scheme will also strike at the heart of the Taliban's tactic of laying roadside bombs.

The Commanding Officer Of A Woodbridge-Based Army Unit Currently Based In Afghanistan's Paid Tribute To The Town

Lieutenant Colonel Frazer Ross, of 23 Engineer Regiment has been praising the local community as "the envy of many a regiment".

The Wives And Girlfriends Of 2 SCOTS Soldiers Have Been Doing Their Bit

On Saturday, they took part in a "Wives Relay" on the Royal Mile.

The Results Are In For This Week's Army Sport's Lottery

Bagging the 1st prize of 10 thousand pounds is Maj Streatfeild From DGMC in London, LCpl Mason of the Army Recruiting Team in Pirbright came second, winning 5 thousand. Maj Saunders from 17 Port and Maritime Regiment Workshop won the third prize of 2 and a half grand.

Friday 28 January 2011

Army Radio News - 28 Jan 11

Over Two Thousand Troops Have Descended On Salisbury Plain

It was all part of 3 Commando Brigade's preparations for deployment on Op Herrick 14 this spring.

Members Of 2nd Signals Regiment Have Arrived Home From Their 6 Month Tour Of Afghanistan And Are Now Being Given 5 Weeks Leave

After that will be a period of recuperation, which for some will involve adventure training.

The 2nd Kandak Of Helmand's Afghan National Police Has Been Proving How Quickly Their Capabilty's Developing

It's after they mounted an operation which crushed insurgent influence.

Families Activity Breaks Has Launched Its New Website With The Announcement Of This Year's Holiday Dates


The site has many new features such as how to get involved and application forms for families and volunteers.

Thursday 27 January 2011

Army Radio News - 27 Jan 11

Soldiers From 2nd Signals Regiment Have Returned Home

They've been in Afghanistan for the last six months supplying communications to UK forces around the country.

Tribute Have Been Paid To The Member Of 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment Who Was Killed In Afghanistan On Tuesday

Private Martin Bell died after being injured by an improvised explosive device. He was helping a comrade who'd been injured by a separate IED at the time.

Members Of 2 SCOTS Royal Highland Fusiliers Have Been Flying Kites With Afghan Children

Along with partners from the ANA, they taught the youngsters how to make them as well as fly them.

The Winner Of The British Army Military Book Of The Year 2010 Has Been Presented With His Trophy

There was a short list of 6 novels altogether.

Wednesday 26 January 2011

Army Radio News - 26 Jan 11

Members Of 6 Battalion REME In Afghanistan Have Had A Special Visitor

The Director of the Corps Brigadier Martin Boswell has been to see the soldiers.

Changes Are Being Made To The Command Leadership Course

Soldiers taking the CLM, as it's more commonly known, will soon have their workload lightened.

An Independent Review's Being Launched To See How Single Supplier Defence Contracts Can Be Modernized To Give Better Value For Money

The MOD announced it will ill investigate the UK's existing framework for pricing single source contracts and consider whether, in future, costs can be cut and efficiency increased whilst making British industry more competitive on the world market.

Paratroops In Helmand Province Have Been Patrolling The Streets

They're looking to recruit the next generation of police officers to protect the area.

We Are The Brits Is The Latest Charity Single To Be Released For Military Causes

It's been adopted by the award-winning charity Afghan Heroes.

Tuesday 25 January 2011

Army Radio News - 25 Jan 11

A New Group's Been Set Up To Make Sure Defence Tackles Criminal Activity

It's focusing on any targeted against the supply of equipment and support to the military.

People Living In An Afghan Village Are Showing Their Defiance Against Insurgents

It's after British troops helped them to hang a bunting of the Afghan national flag in the streets.

A British Army Sergeant Major's, More Used To His Men Fearing Him Is Finding Himself In A Completely Different Role

Sergeant Major Stuart Potter's now found himself responsible for encouraging a 160 strong company of men serving in Afghanistan, to talk through their problems in a bid to overcome any mental health issues.

Colchester's Popular Military Festival's Become The Latest Victim Of Defence Cuts

The event's usually held every two years... and was due to take place this summer.

A Soldier Who's Preparing To Retire Is Getting Ready to Take Part In A Huge Challenge For The Second Time


Last year SSgt Brian Chenier, taff member at the Military Corrective Training Centre, ook on an arduous charity bike ride for FAB - family activity breaks for bereaved service families.

Monday 24 January 2011

Army Radio News - 24 Jan 11

Two-Thousand Troops Are To Descend On Salisbury Pain This Week

It's all part of 3 Commando Brigade's preparations for deployment on Op Herrick 14 this spring.

Members Of Parliament Have Paid A Visit To Afghanistan

They were finding out about the work done by British Forces in Helmand Province.

Another 200 Police Officer Are About To Start Patrolling The Towns And Villages Of Helmand Province

It follows the latest graduation from the Helmand Police Training Centre.

The Royal Engineers Minley Branch Is Calling Out For New Members

The organisation, which helps supports serving and ex-royal engineers is in danger of folding if it doesn't get some new blood soon.

Forces Families And Friends Are Being Urged To Start Up Their Own Reading Groups


A scheme called "Reading Force" has been launched, which aims to get people together to discuss the same book.

Friday 21 January 2011

Army Radio News - 21 Jan 11

The Commander Of 4th Mechanized Brigade Is Moving On

After 2 years in the post, Brigadier Richard Felton is leaving Catterick and heading down to London to be the Chief of Joint Force Operations.

British Trained Soldiers From The ANA Have Successfully Driven Out Insurgent Elements Around Gerehsk

Operation OMID PANJ is the latest to be led and executed by Afghan forces. It's brought increased security and stability to the East of the city.

A 2 Para Wife's Doing Her Bit For Children In Southern Afghanistan

While her husband's deployed Carolyn Harrison, wife of the Commanding Officer Lt Col Andrew Harrison, is making sure the youngsters stay warm this winter.

Thursday 20 January 2011

Army Radio News - 20 Jan 11

There Are To Be Changes To The Allowances Paid To The Armed Forces For Expenses Incurred In Service

The MOD announced the move, which will ensure they're fair and appropriate to meet the needs of personnel.

Battlefield Medicine's Been Given A Boost Following The Launch Of The National Institute of Health Research For Reconstruction And Microbiolgy

The centre based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham brings together for the first time surgeons and scientists with expertise in the treatment of frontline trauma care.

The Commander Of 49 East Brigade Says He Was Honoured To Present Elizabeth Crosses And Memorial Scrolls To The Families Of Soldiers Killed On Operations

Brigadier Andrew William met the relatives of 3 servicemen from Norfolk and Suffolk at a special ceremony at Wattisham Flying Station.

Wednesday 19 January 2011

Army Radio News - 19 Jan 10

The Weight Of Kit Carried By Troops On The Frontline Has Been Reduced Further

Soldiers fighting in Afghanistan are now using see-through magazines for the SA80 rifle.

The Sacrifice Made By British Soldiers Killed On Operations With The British Army Have Been Honoured

A Special Ceremony was held at Wattisham Station.

Parcels For Troops Is Going From Strength To Strength

The organisation sends packages of essentials out to those serving on operations.

Members Of 2 SCOTS Rear Party Are Well On Their Way To Completing The 2 SCOTS Coastal Challenge

They set off from Glencorse Barracks on Saturday and are on schedule to finish at Edinburgh Castle.

Monday 17 January 2011

Army Radio News - 17 Jan 10

It's Hoped A Scheme Which Means More Funding For State Schools In England That Have Service Children On Their Rolls Will Be Expanded

The move was agreed as part of the government's commitment to rebuild the Military Covenant and provide more support to youngsters.

The Military Corrective Training Centre's Helping To Transform Land Next A Colchester School


75 percent of the pupils at Montgomery Junior School are from Army families.

Lessons Have Been Learnt from Operations

The Army's identified changes are needed to improve Battlefield Casualty Drills Training.

The Transition Of Security Responsibilities From British To Afghan Forces Has Taken A Big Step Forward

It's as a UK-run check-point's closed.

The Results Are In For This Week's Army Sport's Lottery

Bagging the 1st prize of 10 thousand pounds is LCpl Calderwood of 2 Log SP Regt, RLC. Pte Williams from Duke of Connaught unit came second, winning 5 thousand. LCpl Napthen of LD, Swanton Morley won the third prize of 2 and a half grand.

Thursday 13 January 2011

Army Radio News - 13 Jan 10

Possible Frontline Technology's Been On Show

Futuristic kit's been presented at an innovation showcase by companies who've received MOD research contracts.

We May Have Only Just Got The Festive Period Out Of The Way But That Hasn't Stopped Big Developments In Afghanistan

For the first time ever a women only market's been opened.

British-Trained Afghan Policemen In Helmand Province Have Extended Their Influence To A New Area

They've detained 5 suspected poppy farmers in a joint operation with UK troops from Scottish and Welsh regiments.

Soldiers Of All Ages Are Being Urged To Share Their Experiences

It's as a film company's looking for ex-service men and women to tell their stories on camera.

Wednesday 12 January 2011

Army Radio News - 12 Jan 11

Prince Harry Has Praised The Courage Of Several Disabled Soldiers Who're Preparing To Trek To The North Pole This Spring

He spoke as details of the charity project'Walking with the wounded' were revealed in London.

A Lasting Legacy's Been Created To Help Uganda Deal With Disaster Management Thanks To The First Joint Exercise Overseas By The Civilian Stabilisation Unit And The Military Stabilisation Support Group

On exercise Civil Bridge teams from the SU and military ones from the MSSG joined forces to work on a disaster preparedness strategy

Soldiers From The 2nd Royal Tank Regiment Have Been Using Their Mastiff Vehicles To Escort Veterinary Teams And Engineers

They've been travelling around the dangerous Loy Adera region of Helmand province to assist the Afghan Government in looking after its people.

You May Not Associate Soldiers With Works Of Art But That's About To Change

An exhibition of war-time art works from the Imperial War Museum's being selected by servicemen to be shown alongside their own works in progress.

Tuesday 11 January 2011

Army Radio News - 11 Jan 11

Troops In Afghanistan Have Been Given A Morale Boost

Ahead of the FA Cup fourth round draw, the England U21s head coach visited, bringing with him the FA Cup.

The Force Structure Set Out In The SDSR And The Remodelling Of The MOD Will Be The Most Significant Reform Programme For A Generation

That's according to the Armed Forces Minister Nick Harvey.

British Paratroops Have Conducted Training And Patrolling Activities With A New Unit Of Afghan National Army Soldiers

They'll be working alongside them from now on.

An Army Education Officer's Using Her Spare Time To Run Special Lessons For Afghan Troops

Lieutenant Claire Westerman, who's also known as a "schoolie" was deployed to Afghanistan to teach British forces.

We've all Heard There's Been A Rise In Flu Cases, Now Army Primary Healthcare Is Giving Tips On How To Not Spread The Illness

Garrison FM's been speaking with Cpt Gill Lyall who's a nursing officer at the Medical Reception station.

Monday 10 January 2011

Army Radio News - 10 Jan 11


New Training Facilities Are On The Cards For Armed Forces Medical Staff


The MOD's announced a contract's been awarded to Carillion plc.

There'll Be More Funding For State Schools In England That Have Service Children On Their Rolls

The move's been agreed as part of the Government's commitment to rebuild the Military Covenant.

An Army Officer's Intending To Take On A Massive Challenge


Lieutenant Richard Gardner of the ITB Prince of Wales Division at the Infantry Training Centre in Catterick is planning to run the Kilimanjaro marathon.

It Seems That Soldiers On The Front Line Are Turning To A Lady's Under Garment For Comfort

A website that sells hosiery's reported an increase in troops ordering tights online.

Thursday 6 January 2011

Army Radio News - 06 Jan 11

The Defence Secretary's Made His First Visit To Afghanistan Of 2011

Dr Liam Fox was focussing on the progress being made towards handing over security responsibility to the Afghan government.

A Major Milestone's Been Reached In The Ongoing Process Of Transferring Security From British To Afghan Forces In Helmand

It's as the 2000th recruit from the province's police officer training college graduates.

Soldiers From The Argyll And Sutherland Highlanders, 5 SCOTS Have Saved The Life Of A Local Boy In Afghanistan

The troops along with their Afghan Police colleagues, sprang into action when a 15-year-old was brought into their patrol base with serious head injuries.

Fallen Heroes Have Been Honoured At A Special Ceremony
 
Elizabeth Crosses and Memorial Scrolls were presented to 11 families from across Essex, who've had relatives killed while on operations with the British Army since 1948.

It's Taken A Decade But An Army Officer Has Finally Got His Work Published

For ten years Col Nick Lipscombe has been putting together a Peninsula War Atlas.

Wednesday 5 January 2011

Army Radio News - 05 Jan 11

Families Driven From Three Helmand Villages By Taliban Activity Are Now Returning Home

It's after a successful operation by British Soldiers and their Afghan allies.

Bomb Disposal Operators Have Been Passing On Their Skills To The Afghan Police

Soldiers from the Counter-IED Task Force have just finished running a special course to train members of the ANP into an "Explosive Hazard Reduction Team".

Preparations Are Underway For A Special Ceremony To Honour Fallen Soldiers

Elizabeth Crosses and Memorial Scrolls will be presented to 11 families from across Essex who've had relatives killed while on operations with the British Army since 1948.

It's A New Year And A Brand New Edition For Soldier Magazine

This month's looking into British Forces in the jungle.

Tuesday 4 January 2011

Army Radio News - 04 Jan 11

The Independence And Self-Sufficiency Of British Trained Afghan Forces Has Been Taken To A New Level

It's as a significant offensive operation's launched in Helmand.

Tributes Have Been Paid To The Solider Killed In Afghanistan On New Years Day

Private Joseva Vatubua of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders 5 SCOTS attached to 2 PARA Battlegroup, died following an IED explosion in the Nahr-e-Saraj District of Helmand Province.

The Life-Saving Qualities Of The New British Body Armour's Being Put To The Test

Lance Bombardier Carl Jordan's earned himself the nickname "Bullet Magnet" after twice being shot in the line of duty.

5 Commanding Officers On New Year's Day Did Their Bit For Charity

They had to line up and run for their lives from a dog attack in Afghanistan.

Four British soldiers, Including A Major On The Verge Of Retirement,Completed a 26 mile Christmas marathon In Afghanistan

The group, all officers serving with 1st Battalion The Royal Irish Regiment, spent their Christmas Eve running 96 laps of Forward Operating Base Shawqat, in the Nad-e Ali area of Helmand province.

The Results Are In For This Week's Army Sport's Lottery

Bagging the 1st prize of 10 thousand pounds is LCpl Donnellan of 104 Force Support Bn REME. Sig Clifford from 7 Armd Bde came second, winning 5 thousand. Maj Lee of HQ AMD in Andover won the third prize of 2 and a half grand.