Army Radio News - 30th Jun 11

The first injured troops prepare to move into Tedworth House

The newest of the Army's Personnel Recovery and Assessment Centre welcomes it's first residents.

Further action is taken by NATO forces against Gaddafi's troops

British Apache attack helicopters continue their involvement in operations to protect Libyan civilians at rick of attack.

North Yorkshire's Community Covenant with the Military is sealed






 

Army Radio News - 29 Jun 11

The Army issues new Facebook guidelines

They are aimed at all corps, regiments, units, clubs and societies who are operating facebook pages or would like to.

There will be more council tax relief for soldiers on operations

Those living off the patch will get fifty per cent relief while away on eligible overseas operations including Afghanistan and Libya.

Ross Kemp publishes his first fictional thriller called 'Devil to Pay'

He speaks to Garrison FM about it and his latest filming trip for his next series on Sky 'Ten years in Afghanistan'.

An Olympic rower a rapper and tv celebs row a million metres for service charities

James Cracknell, Dizzie Rascal and Ben Fogel launched Row2Recovery's fundraising campaign at Horseguards Parade.

The Army lose out to the RAF

They were all out for 104 in the final 18th over at this years Inter-Services Twenty 20 at Lords.

28 Jun 11

The Chief Of The Defence Staff Welcomes Lord Levene's 'Defence Reform' Report

General Sir David Richards reaction follows the Defence Secretary's report recommendations.

A Gurkha Staff And Personnel Support Company Is Being Established This Week

GSPS Coy will form as a constituent unit within the existing Brigade of Gurkhas.


Members Of The Armed Forces Are To Receive A New Medal

It will mark Her Majesty The Queen's Diamond Jubilee on February 6^th next year.

 

Army Radio News - 27 Jun 11

Armed Forces Day is celebrated up and down the country

The Chief of the Defence Staff General Sir David Richards spoke to Garrison FM at the national event in Edinburgh.

Apache attack helicopters take part in NATO Operations over Libya

They joined the RAF and Navy as part of Operation Uniformed Protector firing hellfire missiles at two checkpoints that were preventing freedom of movement along the coastal road.

The Warrior saves lives weeks into arriving in Afghanistan

Troops from 3rd Battalion the Mercian Regiment survived a serious IED blast while travelling in one on a patrol in the Durai East area of Helmand Province.

Soldiers rollover at Bovington in Dorset

The RODET part of the five day course at the Crew Training School gets them used to the worse case sceanrio they could face in Afghanistan...a vehicle rollover.

The Army's all set to turn the tide against the Navy

The Army will get the chance to prove themselves against last years winners of the Inter-Services Twenty 20 tournament at Lords on Tuesday.

Army Radio News - 24 Jun 11

Families In British Forces Germany Are Being Reassured

At the AFF Conference concerns over SDSR and Draw Down were mentioned.

Soldiers From 4 Military Intelligence Battalion Have Been Awarded The Freedom Of A Wiltshire Town

The Bulford Based Troops paraded through Marlborough.

A New Statue's Been Unveiled In Windsor Honouring The 1st Battalion Irish Guards

The 6ft bronze figure, commissioned by the Irish Guards and sculpted by a former paratrooper's been cast in bronze salvaged from the Iraq War. The plinth's also surrounded by cobbles from Afghanistan.

A Historic Military School's Helping To Improve Standards At A State School

The Duke of York's in Dover will put pupils from Astor College through ceremonial and CCF training.

Army Radio News - 23 Jun 11

The UK's Welcomed The Reduction Of US Troops In Afghanistan

The President announced the US will withdraw 10,000 troops from Afghanistan by the end of this year.

Soldiers From 4 Military Intelligence Battalion Have Been Awarded The Freedom Of A Wiltshire Town

The Bulford Based Troops paraded through Marlborough.

It's All Systems Go In Wiltshire As The County Prepares For Its Flagship Armed Forces Day Celebrations

1 RHA's "O" Battery's playing a big part in the event.

The Joint Services Rowing Regatta Has Taken Place At Thames Valley Park In Reading

There were teams from three services competing in heavy rain, the Army won the Inter service 8's again.

Army Radio News - 22 Jun 11

Military Chiefs From 15 Countries Contributing To The Mission To Protect Civilians In Libya Have Met In London

The UK Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir David Richards hosted his counterparts at the MOD in London.

People Up And Down The Country Have Been Able To See What Life In Helmand Province Is Like For A Soldier

A three part documentary called "Our War" marked the 10th anniversary of operations in Afghanistan.

Soldiers From The 9th And 12th Royal Lancers Have Been Helping To Keep Open One Of The Busiest Roads In Afghanistan

Highway one runs from Kabul to Kandahar...it's one of the most important routes in the country and has a violent reputation.

The Argyll And Sutherland Highlanders, 5 SCOTS Have Paraded Through Various Towns

It's to mark their return home after returning from a six month tour of Afghanistan.

Soldiers Are Tackling A Motorcycle And Hiking Challenge For Charity And Are Recognising Armed Forces Day During Their Journey

Members of 104 Force Support Battalion Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers have departed from Tidworth and are riding to the UK's highest three peaks, which they'll then climb.

The Alter Egos Of Men And Women Across The Country Have Been Revealed

Reservists donned their Armed Forces uniforms for work to show their pride in being in the Reserve Forces.

Army Radio News - 21 Jun 11

It's All Systems Go As The Entire Country Prepares For Armed Forces Day This Weekend

Events are being held up and down the U, but Edinburgh's the official host of this year's celebrations.

The Official Launch For Armed Forces Day Took Place Over The Weekend

TV personality Lorraine Kelly became a military action woman to kick off the build-up to the 2011 celebrations in Edinburgh.

The Defence Secretary's Taken A Look At The Latest Progress On The Ground In Afghanistan

It's as British forces in Helmand get ready to start the process of handing over security responsibilities to their Afghan counterparts in Lashkar Gah.

Troops Have Been Welcomed Home From Afghanistan By MPs

110 soldiers from 16 Air Assault Brigade, which deployed to Helmand from October last year until April, attended a reception with the All Party Parliamentary Group for the Armed Forces. Those representing the units that were on Op HERRICK 13, marched to Parliament from Wellington Barracks.

1st Battalion The Royal Regiment Of Fusiliers Rugby Team Has Returned From Germany Victorious

They won the Hamburg Exiles Rugby 7s competition.

Army Radio News - 20 Jun 11

It's Just Over A Month Since The Secretary Of State Published The Armed Forces Covenant

The document outlines the moral obligation between the Nation, the Government and the Armed Forces. Now the first Community Covenant's been launched.

Tributes Have Been Paid To Three Soldiers Who've Been Killed In Afghanistan

Craftsman Andrew Found of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers and Corporal Lloyd Newell from the Parachute Regiment, were killed on Thursday in seperate incidents. Private Gareth Bellingham of 3rd Battalion the Mercian Regiment was killed on Saturday.

70 Soldiers From 3rd Division Signal Regiment Have Returned Home To Salisbury Plain

It follows their 6 month deployment in Afghanistan.

Troops In Afghanistan Have Taken Time Out To Send A Special Message

Soldiers currently deployed on Op Herrick 14 have been wishing their dad's a Happy Father's day.

Army Radio News - 17 Jun 11

The AFF Conference Has Been Held In Germany

It was an opportunity to raise questions or concerns and have them answered.

HRH Prince Charles, Colonel In Chief Of The Parachute Regiment Has Been To Colchester's Merville Barracks

There, he watched over a thousand soldiers on parade, along with his wife the Duchess of Cornwall and presented them with their Operation Service Medals.

Soldiers From 43 Battery (Lloyd's Company), 32 Regiment Royal Artillery Received Their Afghanistan Operational Medals From A Football Legend

Sir Geoff Hurst,the man who scored the hat-trick in the 1966 World Cup Final, was the one to present soldiers with their medals.

Army Radio News - 16 Jun 11

16 Air Assault Brigade's Airborne Supply Experts Have Received The Operational Service Medals

It's in recognition of their work on Op Herrick 13. HRH Princess Anne, The Princess Royal, Colonel in Chief of the Royal Logistic Corps handed soldiers from 13 Air Assault Support regt RLC their medals.

Soldiers Of 4 Army Air Corps Should Be Between Operations At The Moment But The Conflict In Libya's Changed That

However, the majority of the regiment were still available to parade through Ipswich to be cheered by crowds.

British Soldiers Are Using Community Engagement To Beat Insurgents

Troops distributing aid in Kabul say it's helping them to improve security in the Afghan capital.

A Wiltshire MP's Proposed To Make Remembrance Day A Public Holiday

Claire Perry stood up after Prime Minister's Questions to put forward the idea.

Parade Of Colours Is Back For The Second Time This Weekend

It's making it's way through the home of the Coldstream Guards to help locals celebrate and show their support for the Armed Forces. Last year's event raised over £800 for Honour Our Troops, a charity which aims to give support to service personnel and their dependants.

Army Radio News - 15 Jun 11

Garrison FM Has Been Finding Out How 4 SCOTS Rear Part Is Coping Whilst The Battalion's In Afghanistan

They are based in Fallingbostal in Germany.

Members Of 1st Battalion The Royal Irish Regiment Have Travelled Back To Their Homeland

Two presentations have been held for the Shropshire based troops.

A New Statue's To Be Unveiled In Windsor To Honour The 1st Battalion Irish Guards

The 6ft bronze figure, commissioned by the Irish Guards and sculpted by a former paratrooper's been cast in bronze salvaged from the Iraq War.

Have You Had A Problem Getting A Mortgage Due To A Poor Credit Rating Because You've Had A BFPO Number???

Then the Army Families Federation wants to hear from you.

Army Radio News - 14 Jun 11

Soldiers Are Being Given The Chance To Win Tickets For The London Olympics

Tickets for Troops is having a share-out.

The Ministry Of Defence's Projects Review Board's Met For The First Time

It's designed to scrutinise and hold to account some of the department's most expensive projects.

A Former Defence Correspondent Is Doing His Bit To Help Injured Servicemen And Women

Peter Almond and his Springer Spaniel Henry are walking 1,300 miles from Lands End to John O'Groats in aid of new forces charity Hounds for Heroes.

As Well As Fighting The Taliban A Soldier Used Her Time In Afghanistan For Other Worthy Causes

Major Sally Orange organised and took part in several charity events to raise cash for various organisations, one of which was Raleigh International.

Army Radio News - 13 June 11

Cricket Teams Battled It Out On Sunday In A Day Of Cricket

It was all to raise cash for the Afghan Appeal Fund. Garrison FM caught up with Chief of the Defence Staff and Patron of the charity General Sir David Richards who said the organisation has grown dramatically from when it was launched.

A Scientist At The Defence Science And Technology Laboratory’s Been named In The Queens Birthday Honours

Dr Deborah Fish has been awarded an OBE. She has been given the accolade for her contribution to the safety and protection of UK troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.

To Mark Her Majesty The Queens Official Birthday, A 21-Gun Salute Took Place In Colchester Garrison This Weekend

It happened in the Castle park and was carried out by members of 7 Para RHA.
 
The Royal British Legion Celebrated Its 90th Anniversary This Weekend

To mark the occasion the Prime Minister hosted a party for the Armed Forces. It was also in support of the charitys Battle Back Centre for the Recovery of Service Personnel.

Army Radio News - 10 Jun 11

A Unique Partnership Between The NHS And Catterick Garrison Is Going Well

The Vulnerable Veterans and Adult Dependants Project was started in August last year.

"We Must Nurture New Talent"

That is the message from the commander of 49 East Brigade. Brigadier Andrew Williams told Garrison FM it’s important to help cadets develop.
 
Help For Heroes Has Pedalled Into History
 
The charity has now raised 100 million pounds since it started almost four years ago. The news came as over 200 exhausted and emotional cyclists, who took part in the Big Battlefield Bike Ride across France, made it to their final destination in Paris.
 
An Army Major Is Sacrificing Her Operational Tour Leave For A Good Cause

Major Sally Orange has just returned from Afghanistan where she was the OC for the deployed Medical Rehabilitation Team. She is now packing again as she prepares to head off to India to do work for the charity Raleigh International.

Army Radio News - 09 Jun 11

Better counter-IED and command and control capability is on the cards for Op Herrick 15

There will be better systems to detect IED's including more dogs and the band width is being increased to aid the flow of information.

The Army's presentation team spreads the word in Scotland

They have been to Edinburgh to tell invited guests from the local community more about the Army.

The Scots Guards get ready for Trooping the Colour

RSM WO1 Ali Mackenzie explains more about his regiments role and the honour of taking part.

Poppy parties are being held up and down the country this weekend

It's all to celebrate the Royal British Legion's 90th anniversary.

Army Radio News - 08 Jun 11

A Service Of Thanksgiving And Remembrance Has Been Held For 16 Air Assault Brigade In Bury St Edmonds

Around 1000 people made up the congregation at St Edmundsbury Cathedral following the Brigade's tour of Afghanistan.

16 Air Assault Brigade Was Officially Welcomed Home By Their Hometown As The Paraded Through Colchester Earlier In The Week

There were bands playing, colours flying, bayonets fixed, and drums beating

We Must Fight The Battle In Cyberspace Together

That's the message from the Defence Secretary to UK businesses. Dr Liam Fox addressed representatives at the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Defence Dinner.

Army Radio News - 07 Jun 11

It's Almost Six Months Since The Pelvic Protection System Was Introduced To Soldiers Fighting On The Front Line

The equipment balances protection from IED blasts with the necessary comfort and flexibility for troops to carry out their tasks on operations.

Tributes Have Been Paid To The Rifleman Killed In Afghanistan Over The Weekend

Rifleman Martin Lamb was a member of the Reconnaissance Platoon, 1st Battalion The Rifles.

ABF: The Soldiers' Charity Wet Our Appetite With A Preview Of This Year's British Military Tournament

Members of the Royal Army Physical Training Corps and the band of the Grenadier Guards showcased some of what will be on offer at London's Earl's Court this December.

Hundreds Of Cadets Descended On Redford Barracks In Edinburgh

It was all to take part in an Army Experience Day.

Army Radio News - 06 Jun 11

The Man Responsible For Providing An Equipment Plan For The Army And Making Sure It Is Delivered Has Been Speaking To Garrison FM


Major General Bill Moores is the Master General of The Ordnance. He has been speaking to our reporter Helen Down about how operations in Afghanistan have been catered for.

It Is A Busy Time For Edinburgh As The First Of Three 21 Gun Salutes Is Held At The Castle

The first one took place on Thursday to mark the anniversary of the coronation of Her Majesty the Queen.

Coffee-Loving Troops Are Not Just Doing Their Bit For Queen And Country

They are also doing their bit for the environment.

Congratulations To Our Army Media Colleagues At Soldier Magazine

It cemented its standing as the "best internal magazine" in Britain after being crowned by the Chartered Institute of Public Relations for a third successive year.

Army Radio News - 03 Jun 11

Photographic Artist Has Returned From Afghanistan

Mark Neville was embedded with 16 Air Assault Brigade on Op Herrick 13 in Helmand Province. He was their first ever commissioned war artist.

An Inter Battalion Boxing Clash Has Taken Place In Edinburgh

The gym at Dreghorn Barracks was packed as 1 SCOTS took on 1 MERCIAN.

Army Football Teams From Across The UK Descended On Salisbury Plain This Week

It was all to take part in the inaugural 3 Div Sodexo 5 a-side Challenge Cup Competition.

Army Radio News - 02 Jun 11

The Minister Of State For The Armed Forces Has been Explaining Why The MOD Created A New UK Defence Cyber Operations Group

The aim of it is to ensure the UK's military is able to deal with war in cyberspace.

Soldiers Who've Served On Operations In Afghanistan Have Been Recognised By The Queen

Troops who served on Op Herrick 12 have been presented with medals by Her Royal Highness.

The Coronation Of Her Majesty The Queen Has Been Marked In York

A Royal Salute has taken place in the botanical Museum Gardens.

Soldiers Who Kept The Army's Communications Running In Afghanistan During Op Herrick 13 Have Been Presented With Their Campaign Medals

Following their recent six month deployment, troops from 216 (Parachute) Signal Squadron received their Operational Service Medals at the Royal Hospital Chelsea.

Army Radio News - 01 Jun 11

Think Before You Share

That's the message behind a new online security campaign from the Ministry of Defence. The initiative aims to remind people to be responsible when it comes to social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter.

A New Estonian Company Has Arrived In Camp Bastion

They were welcomed by Colonel Andrew Jackson, the Deputy Commander of Task Force Helmand.

Soldiers Who Kept The Armys Communications Running In Afghanistan During Op Herrick 13 Are Getting Ready To Receive Their Campaign Medals

Following their recent six month deployment, troops from 216 (Parachute) Signal Squadron will receive their Operational Service Medals at the Royal Hospital Chelsea.

Detainees From The Military Corrective Training Centre Have Turned Good Samaritans - Literally

It's after Colchester Samaritans turned to the Army for help when they needed their new HQ redecorating. A new lease of life has now been given to the building.