20 Armoured Brigade train on Salisbury Plain
Almost 4,000 soldiers have begun their Mission Specific Training before deploying to Afghanistan this autumn.
There's more pelvic protection for troops on the frontline
Soldiers from 20 Armoured Brigade will be among the first to make use of the latest addition to the pelvic protection system being sent out to theatre.
The Queen's Royal Lancers get ready to leave for BATUS
Commanding Officer Lt Col Nigel Best has a message for the families they're leaving behind for the next two months.
The Army Ladies Cricket team triumph
They beat the RAF and Navy to win the Inter-Services competition.
Friday 29 July 2011
Thursday 28 July 2011
Army Radio News - 28 Jul 11
MOD sets out reasons behind The Defence Transformation Statement
The Government department says a credible force structure for the future can be maintained on a reduced budget.
The Welsh Warriors support Mission Specific Training on Salisbury Plain
2 Royal Welsh take on a new role as the Land Warfare Centre Battlegroup in Warminster.
5 Regiment Royal Artillery put through pre-deployment training at Catterick
They leave for Afghanistan in September and must pass final-test exercises first.
The Yorkshire Regiment receive huge receptions at Hometown Parades
The Green Howards move to Cyprus - hundreds turned out in Whitby and Guisborough to wish them well.
The Government department says a credible force structure for the future can be maintained on a reduced budget.
The Welsh Warriors support Mission Specific Training on Salisbury Plain
2 Royal Welsh take on a new role as the Land Warfare Centre Battlegroup in Warminster.
5 Regiment Royal Artillery put through pre-deployment training at Catterick
They leave for Afghanistan in September and must pass final-test exercises first.
The Yorkshire Regiment receive huge receptions at Hometown Parades
The Green Howards move to Cyprus - hundreds turned out in Whitby and Guisborough to wish them well.
Wednesday 27 July 2011
Army Radio News - 27 Jul 11
The MOD release details on the re-structuring of the Army's Personnel and Support Command
Under the proposals 2nd, 4th, and 5th Division will disband making way for a 2* Support Command to be based at Aldershot.
Plans for 19 Light Brigade's disbandment are also revealed
It's as a result of the SDSR which directed the re-structuring of the Army's 6 deployable Brigades to 5 Multi-Role ones.
There's hope for Soldiers about to leave the Army
The British Forces Resettlement Services are hosting a job fair in Tidworth on the 6th October.
The AFF urge everyone to complete their online housing survey
As well as families living in SFA they're encouraging single soldiers and unmarried partners to take part in the survey.
Under the proposals 2nd, 4th, and 5th Division will disband making way for a 2* Support Command to be based at Aldershot.
Plans for 19 Light Brigade's disbandment are also revealed
It's as a result of the SDSR which directed the re-structuring of the Army's 6 deployable Brigades to 5 Multi-Role ones.
There's hope for Soldiers about to leave the Army
The British Forces Resettlement Services are hosting a job fair in Tidworth on the 6th October.
The AFF urge everyone to complete their online housing survey
As well as families living in SFA they're encouraging single soldiers and unmarried partners to take part in the survey.
Tuesday 26 July 2011
Army Radio News - 26 Jul 11
Redundancies in the Army
The MOD clarifies that no one who is about to leave for Afghanistan will lose their job after some reports have contradicted this.
Taliban IED factory is found and destroyed
Members of 1 Rifles found the compound in the Nahr-e Saraj District of Helmand.
The Families of Injured Service Personnel Group meet up
Relatives have met for a meal and a talk from staff at The Personnel Recovery Unit.
Married couple awarded Operational Service Medals
4 RAA Air Trooper Ian Adcock and new wife Air Trooper Siobhan Adcock tied the knot on their return from Afghanistan.
The MOD clarifies that no one who is about to leave for Afghanistan will lose their job after some reports have contradicted this.
Taliban IED factory is found and destroyed
Members of 1 Rifles found the compound in the Nahr-e Saraj District of Helmand.
The Families of Injured Service Personnel Group meet up
Relatives have met for a meal and a talk from staff at The Personnel Recovery Unit.
Married couple awarded Operational Service Medals
4 RAA Air Trooper Ian Adcock and new wife Air Trooper Siobhan Adcock tied the knot on their return from Afghanistan.
Monday 25 July 2011
Army Radio News - 25 Jul 11
5 Local children injured during a strike operation in Afghanistan
British forces in an Apache helicopter targeted an insurgent but children in a neighbouring field were injured. They are being treated at Camp Bastion and their injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
NATO pressure on Colonel Qadhafi's forces continues
UK troops take part in successful mission to destroy an Engineering Academy being used by security to repress local people in Tripoli.
The Royal Welsh Fusiliers mark their Freedom of the City in Bangor
They marched with drums and bayonets and the Regiment's goat Billy led the band at the front of the parade.
The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment take time off in Norfolk
It's a break for the troops and their horses as they enjoy some riding along the beach away from formal duties in London- such as The Royal Wedding.
Help For Heroes English breakfast is launched
Tescos will be selling 'Soldiers for Eggs' and other ingredients to start your day to raise money for the charity.
British forces in an Apache helicopter targeted an insurgent but children in a neighbouring field were injured. They are being treated at Camp Bastion and their injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.
NATO pressure on Colonel Qadhafi's forces continues
UK troops take part in successful mission to destroy an Engineering Academy being used by security to repress local people in Tripoli.
The Royal Welsh Fusiliers mark their Freedom of the City in Bangor
They marched with drums and bayonets and the Regiment's goat Billy led the band at the front of the parade.
The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment take time off in Norfolk
It's a break for the troops and their horses as they enjoy some riding along the beach away from formal duties in London- such as The Royal Wedding.
Help For Heroes English breakfast is launched
Tescos will be selling 'Soldiers for Eggs' and other ingredients to start your day to raise money for the charity.
Friday 22 July 2011
Army Radio News - 22 Jul 11
The MOD confirms two British passport holders have been detained in Afghanistan
The man and woman were detained following an ISAF operation and are being held in a secure facility in Kandahar for questioning.
Taskforce Helmand says there's been a year on year improvement in the security of the southern province
This is according to media spokesman Lt Col Tim Purbrick.
Scientists work hard to reduce the weight of kit soldiers have to carry
Together with military advisers they have come up with a more effective way of trialling new bits of personal kit.
We hear about serving and former soldiers tipped to reach the 2012 Para Olympics
Martin Colclough who used to run the Battleback programme now heads the Phoenix Centre in Tidworth and also finds the time to track the development of future hopefuls.
The man and woman were detained following an ISAF operation and are being held in a secure facility in Kandahar for questioning.
Taskforce Helmand says there's been a year on year improvement in the security of the southern province
This is according to media spokesman Lt Col Tim Purbrick.
Scientists work hard to reduce the weight of kit soldiers have to carry
Together with military advisers they have come up with a more effective way of trialling new bits of personal kit.
We hear about serving and former soldiers tipped to reach the 2012 Para Olympics
Martin Colclough who used to run the Battleback programme now heads the Phoenix Centre in Tidworth and also finds the time to track the development of future hopefuls.
Army Radio News - 21 Jul 11
The handing over of Lashkar Gar- what does it mean for the Army?
British forces have been operating there since 2006, but the transfer of power essentially formalises a situation that's existed for some time.
Pressure on Qadhafi's forces is stepped up
Apache helicopters have been launched from HMS Ocean. They targeted six Libyan buildings and a vehicle checkpoint.
4 Regiment Army Air Corps awarded Afghanistan Campaign medals
Colonel-in-Chief of the AAC - HRH Prince Charles - presented the medals to 35 soldiers at Wattisham Flying Station.
Rugby For Heroes release official Rugby World Cup anthem
The charity's hoping 'With Pride' will top the charts. Soldiers star in the song's video which was filmed at Twickenham.
British forces have been operating there since 2006, but the transfer of power essentially formalises a situation that's existed for some time.
Pressure on Qadhafi's forces is stepped up
Apache helicopters have been launched from HMS Ocean. They targeted six Libyan buildings and a vehicle checkpoint.
4 Regiment Army Air Corps awarded Afghanistan Campaign medals
Colonel-in-Chief of the AAC - HRH Prince Charles - presented the medals to 35 soldiers at Wattisham Flying Station.
Rugby For Heroes release official Rugby World Cup anthem
The charity's hoping 'With Pride' will top the charts. Soldiers star in the song's video which was filmed at Twickenham.
Wednesday 20 July 2011
Army Radio News - 20 Jul 11
The handing over of Lashkar Gar to Afghan Security forces
It's a critical step in the transition of power before NATO operations end in 2014.
Tributes to Corporal Mark Palin from 1st Battalion The Rifles
Corporal Palin described as one of the most-well liked members in the Battalion, the 32 year old leaves behing his wife Carla and his son Lennon.
Army Reaction to 1.5 billion investment in the TA
The Reserves' capability and integration with the regular Army expected to be hugely enhanced.
Mental Health support- it's available in every region
Medical Centres cover every Battalion so soldiers can get help within 20 days.
It's a critical step in the transition of power before NATO operations end in 2014.
Tributes to Corporal Mark Palin from 1st Battalion The Rifles
Corporal Palin described as one of the most-well liked members in the Battalion, the 32 year old leaves behing his wife Carla and his son Lennon.
Army Reaction to 1.5 billion investment in the TA
The Reserves' capability and integration with the regular Army expected to be hugely enhanced.
Mental Health support- it's available in every region
Medical Centres cover every Battalion so soldiers can get help within 20 days.
Tuesday 19 July 2011
Army Radio News - 19 Jul 11
The Defence Transformation Statement- Details
Cuts in Army personnel but investment in the TA; Army to leave Germany but the equipment budget means 14 extra Chinook helicopters and upgraded warrior armoured vehicles.
Issues raised at Colchester's Families and UWOs briefing
Housing, rubbish collection and fly-tipping, careers for army wives along with problems army and civilian families have living side-by-side will all be tackled.
Largest find of home-made explosive in Afghanistan so far
Royal Marines destroy a tonne of explosive which Army engineers say would have made 150 IED's.
Army bikers gear-up for 13 countries in 13 days
4 soldiers from Waterbeach Barracks in Cambridgeshire will ride 5000 miles in aid of Help for Heroes and The Army Benevolent Fund.
Cuts in Army personnel but investment in the TA; Army to leave Germany but the equipment budget means 14 extra Chinook helicopters and upgraded warrior armoured vehicles.
Issues raised at Colchester's Families and UWOs briefing
Housing, rubbish collection and fly-tipping, careers for army wives along with problems army and civilian families have living side-by-side will all be tackled.
Largest find of home-made explosive in Afghanistan so far
Royal Marines destroy a tonne of explosive which Army engineers say would have made 150 IED's.
Army bikers gear-up for 13 countries in 13 days
4 soldiers from Waterbeach Barracks in Cambridgeshire will ride 5000 miles in aid of Help for Heroes and The Army Benevolent Fund.
Monday 18 July 2011
Army Radio News - 18 Jul 11
Defence Transformation Statement Announced
1.5 billion will be spent enhancing TA, but regular troops face cuts.
Major changes to basing of forces
RAF Leuchars to be taken over by Army returning from Germany.
Army to be arranged into five multi-role Brigades
Catterick and Salisbury, Cottesmore and Kirknewton grow as other sites close.
1.5 billion will be spent enhancing TA, but regular troops face cuts.
Major changes to basing of forces
RAF Leuchars to be taken over by Army returning from Germany.
Army to be arranged into five multi-role Brigades
Catterick and Salisbury, Cottesmore and Kirknewton grow as other sites close.
Saturday 16 July 2011
Army Radio News - 15 Jul 11
Royal Marines clear IEDs
Key route in Helmand now accessible to locals and coalition forces.
Army at Country's biggest Agricultural Show
Youngest soldiers lead prize bull into ring at Great Yorkshire Show.
Colonel and son to cycle Land's End to John O'Groats
Col. Neale Moss is setting off with 15 year old Adam in aid of The Afghan Appeal.
Key route in Helmand now accessible to locals and coalition forces.
Army at Country's biggest Agricultural Show
Youngest soldiers lead prize bull into ring at Great Yorkshire Show.
Colonel and son to cycle Land's End to John O'Groats
Col. Neale Moss is setting off with 15 year old Adam in aid of The Afghan Appeal.
Thursday 14 July 2011
Army Radio News - 14 Jul 11
20th Armoured Brigade are to replace 3 Commando Brigade Royal Marines
Secretary of State for Defence Dr Liam Fox confirmed they will become the lead formation in Afghanistan from October.
A soldier thanks his helmet for a lucky escape
Bombardier James Hallam of 148 Bty 29 Commando RA helmet strap was shot off during his first patrol east of Lashkar Gah.
SSAFA appeals for more to join their Ride of Britain
It's a five hundred mile journey taking place this Septembet from Edinburgh Castle to London with injured Riflemen leading the way.
Secretary of State for Defence Dr Liam Fox confirmed they will become the lead formation in Afghanistan from October.
A soldier thanks his helmet for a lucky escape
Bombardier James Hallam of 148 Bty 29 Commando RA helmet strap was shot off during his first patrol east of Lashkar Gah.
SSAFA appeals for more to join their Ride of Britain
It's a five hundred mile journey taking place this Septembet from Edinburgh Castle to London with injured Riflemen leading the way.
Wednesday 13 July 2011
Army Radio News - 13 Jul 11
Defence Secretary extends the Operational Allowance
Dr.Liam Fox says soldiers deployed overLibya will receive the benefit.
Dr.Liam Fox says soldiers deployed overLibya will receive the benefit.
Troops from 4 Scots involved in heavy fighting in Helmand
Taliban drugs route in the Nahr- e Saraj District disrupted.
Taliban drugs route in the Nahr- e Saraj District disrupted.
Soldiers from a Yorkshire Battalion say farewell to Guisborough
2nd Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment head to Cyprus.
York's 2 Signal Regiment win the Army Shooting Championships
They defeated the infantry despite not using marksmen skills regularly.
2nd Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment head to Cyprus.
York's 2 Signal Regiment win the Army Shooting Championships
They defeated the infantry despite not using marksmen skills regularly.
Army Radio News - 12 Jul 11
The ABF:The Soldier's Charity puts a hold on advertising in Murdoch's press
The charity's response as they await the outcome of phone hacking allegations.
The MOD confirm a soldier was injured ten days ago during an exercise in Canada
The Royal Military Police and the Land Accident Investigation Team begin an investigation.
Professional footballers visit Dreghorn Barracks
Hibernian's players are put through their paces.
Tickets for Troops offer a day at Glorious Goodwood
500 tickets are up for grabs at ticketsfortroops.org.uk.
The charity's response as they await the outcome of phone hacking allegations.
The MOD confirm a soldier was injured ten days ago during an exercise in Canada
The Royal Military Police and the Land Accident Investigation Team begin an investigation.
Professional footballers visit Dreghorn Barracks
Hibernian's players are put through their paces.
Tickets for Troops offer a day at Glorious Goodwood
500 tickets are up for grabs at ticketsfortroops.org.uk.
Army Radio News - 11 Jul 11
ABF Speak Out In The Wake Of Phone-Hacking Allegations
Charity says they're causing bereaved forces' families immense distress.
Hopes British Defence Partnership With India Will Boost Industry
Defence Secretary in Delhi to back British bid to sell military equipment to Indian forces.
British Marines Hand Over Control Of Latest Checkpoint In Southern Helmand
45 Commando Royal Marines relinquish control at Meelet in Nad'Ali to Afghans.
Army Lose In Rugby Final
21-17 victory for Esher at Middlesex 7's Q finals.
Army Polo Team Take The Rundle Cup Trophy
8.5- 5.5 victory over the Navy for Army team at Tidworth polo club.
Friday 8 July 2011
Army Radio News - 08 Jul 11
The UK will lead a new Afghan Officer Academy
Prime Minister David Cameron announced the news alongside details of next years withdrawal of five hundred British troops from Afghanistan.
1 Lancs come together to show their respect for Kingsman Cooper
They held a Drumhead Service where the recovering infantry soldier was presented with his operational service medal.
The AFF push for Continuity of Education Allowance review results
Director of Communications Catherine Spencer says families can find out the details as soon as they're published by signing up to the AFF's e-newsletter.
Welsh soldiers use 'Beating Retreat' to engage with their community
Officers from 2nd Battalion the Royal Welsh invite Tidworth's Mayor and the regiments civilian counterparts to the Officers Mess at Lucknow Barracks.
Prime Minister David Cameron announced the news alongside details of next years withdrawal of five hundred British troops from Afghanistan.
1 Lancs come together to show their respect for Kingsman Cooper
They held a Drumhead Service where the recovering infantry soldier was presented with his operational service medal.
The AFF push for Continuity of Education Allowance review results
Director of Communications Catherine Spencer says families can find out the details as soon as they're published by signing up to the AFF's e-newsletter.
Welsh soldiers use 'Beating Retreat' to engage with their community
Officers from 2nd Battalion the Royal Welsh invite Tidworth's Mayor and the regiments civilian counterparts to the Officers Mess at Lucknow Barracks.
Thursday 7 July 2011
Army Radio News - 07 Jul 11
SSAFA Forces Help offer bereaved service families advice
It's aimed at those concerned they may have fallen victim to alleged phone hacking by tabloid paper 'News of the World'.
The Military Provost Guard Service appeals for more recruits
They carry out an armed role and can respond to a particular threat with force but don't deploy on operations overseas.
The Royal Regiment of Scotland are presented new Colours by Her Majesty the Queen
The occasion was also the first time six battalions had been on parade at the same time.
The Army's Rugby 7's team are looking ahead to this weekend's fixture
Manager John Voss talks about what's in store at Twickenham.
It's aimed at those concerned they may have fallen victim to alleged phone hacking by tabloid paper 'News of the World'.
The Military Provost Guard Service appeals for more recruits
They carry out an armed role and can respond to a particular threat with force but don't deploy on operations overseas.
The Royal Regiment of Scotland are presented new Colours by Her Majesty the Queen
The occasion was also the first time six battalions had been on parade at the same time.
The Army's Rugby 7's team are looking ahead to this weekend's fixture
Manager John Voss talks about what's in store at Twickenham.
Wednesday 6 July 2011
Army Radio News - 06 Jul 11
The Prime Minister announces a further withdrawal of UK troops from Afghanistan
Force levels will reduce by a further five hundred soldiers by the end of 2012.
Tributes are paid to Highlander Scott McLaren from 4th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland
The CO of 4 Scots Lt Col Alistair Aitken MBE said he was known to his friends as 'F1' and was a man with a big heart and a true friend to many whether taking on extra work or going that extra mile for his friends.
Bounty's are on offer to Soldier's who've re-joined the Army since 2002
Those who haven't already claimed and think might be eligible can go to their RCMO for more details on how to apply.
A TA unit proves it's performing at its' peak
Twelve members of the Welsh Transport Regiment have taken on the Marilyn Challenge across Wales.
Force levels will reduce by a further five hundred soldiers by the end of 2012.
Tributes are paid to Highlander Scott McLaren from 4th Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland
The CO of 4 Scots Lt Col Alistair Aitken MBE said he was known to his friends as 'F1' and was a man with a big heart and a true friend to many whether taking on extra work or going that extra mile for his friends.
Bounty's are on offer to Soldier's who've re-joined the Army since 2002
Those who haven't already claimed and think might be eligible can go to their RCMO for more details on how to apply.
A TA unit proves it's performing at its' peak
Twelve members of the Welsh Transport Regiment have taken on the Marilyn Challenge across Wales.
Tuesday 5 July 2011
Army Radio News - 05 Jul 11
The Prime Minister confirms he will be announcing further troop withdrawals from Afghanistan
On his latest visit to the country he says it is right to start planning further withdrawals which he will announce to Parliament on Wednesday.
16 Air Assault Brigade listens to soldiers' families
New Commander Brigadier Giles Hall spoke to Garrison FM at an informal briefing held for wives and partners at the Muskett Club in Colchester.
Twenty five soldiers and Josette tandem skydive for ABF: The Soldier's Charity
Members of the Coldstream and Scots Guards are guided down by the PWRR's Tiger Display team over Netheravon Airfield Camp on Salisbury Plain.
On his latest visit to the country he says it is right to start planning further withdrawals which he will announce to Parliament on Wednesday.
16 Air Assault Brigade listens to soldiers' families
New Commander Brigadier Giles Hall spoke to Garrison FM at an informal briefing held for wives and partners at the Muskett Club in Colchester.
Twenty five soldiers and Josette tandem skydive for ABF: The Soldier's Charity
Members of the Coldstream and Scots Guards are guided down by the PWRR's Tiger Display team over Netheravon Airfield Camp on Salisbury Plain.
Monday 4 July 2011
Army Radio News - 4 Jul 11
The Army Air Corps takes part in NATO action over Libya
Apache attack helicopters target a Gaddafi military camp.
The Tankies of Tidworth receive medals
HRH the Duke of Gloucester presented them for their tour of Afghanistan.
The Aldershot Army show makes a successful comeback
Fifteen thousand flock to see Royal Artillary Motorcycle displays and the pop group The Soldiers.
Two Army wives set up a website
Followtheflag.com aims to support Members of Armed Forces who run their own business.
Apache attack helicopters target a Gaddafi military camp.
The Tankies of Tidworth receive medals
HRH the Duke of Gloucester presented them for their tour of Afghanistan.
The Aldershot Army show makes a successful comeback
Fifteen thousand flock to see Royal Artillary Motorcycle displays and the pop group The Soldiers.
Two Army wives set up a website
Followtheflag.com aims to support Members of Armed Forces who run their own business.
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