Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has agreed the establishment of a British led Officer Academy for the Afghan National Army
During a visit to Afghanistan he met with his counterpart Afghan Defence Minister General Abdul Rahim Wardak
Tea and biscuits in a commemorative Diamond Jubilee tin are on their way to UK troops on active duty around the world
It is all thanks to Fortnum & Mason and the Enham Trust - a charity originally set up to rehabilitate soldiers disabled during the first world war
Friday 30 March 2012
Thursday 29 March 2012
Army Radio News - 29 Mar 12
Liverpool pledges support for the Armed Forces
The city of Liverpool has signed a Community Covenant, committing local military and civilian authorities to work closely together in support of serving and ex-Service personnel, and their families
The Army updates its policy on numeracy and literacy
The Army has issued an updated policy that requires NCOs to achieve a certain level of ability before they can be considered for promotion
The city of Liverpool has signed a Community Covenant, committing local military and civilian authorities to work closely together in support of serving and ex-Service personnel, and their families
The Army updates its policy on numeracy and literacy
The Army has issued an updated policy that requires NCOs to achieve a certain level of ability before they can be considered for promotion
Wednesday 28 March 2012
Army Radio News - 28 Mar 12
UK troops are to be made available for Bosnia peacekeeping duties
The Minister for International Security Strategy has announced that up to 120 UK troops are to be made available to the EU-led peacekeeping mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina. They will be based in the UK, ready to deploy at short notice to the region if they're required as part of EUFOR Operation Althea
Colchester's PRC prepares to be tested
The new Personnel Recovery Centre at Colchester's Merville Barracks is about to be put through its paces, to see how the building's facilities and staff cope with having real live people to look after. It was set up to ensure that a comprehensive pathway was established to help wounded, sick and injured service personnel move into the next phase of their lives
The Minister for International Security Strategy has announced that up to 120 UK troops are to be made available to the EU-led peacekeeping mission in Bosnia and Herzegovina. They will be based in the UK, ready to deploy at short notice to the region if they're required as part of EUFOR Operation Althea
Colchester's PRC prepares to be tested
The new Personnel Recovery Centre at Colchester's Merville Barracks is about to be put through its paces, to see how the building's facilities and staff cope with having real live people to look after. It was set up to ensure that a comprehensive pathway was established to help wounded, sick and injured service personnel move into the next phase of their lives
Tuesday 27 March 2012
Army Radio News - 27 Mar 12
British troops in Nad 'Ali help Afghan forces take on security in the region
Soldiers from A Company, 1 PWRR, have seen significant improvements in their area of operations during their tour, allowing the Afghan National Security Forces to take on more responsibility for security in the district
Enlistment into the MPGS is simplified
The process of leaving the Army and joining the Military Provost Guard Service (the MPGS), now allows soldiers to apply for service in the MPGS before they have committed to give notice to terminate their employment with the Army
Soldiers from A Company, 1 PWRR, have seen significant improvements in their area of operations during their tour, allowing the Afghan National Security Forces to take on more responsibility for security in the district
Enlistment into the MPGS is simplified
The process of leaving the Army and joining the Military Provost Guard Service (the MPGS), now allows soldiers to apply for service in the MPGS before they have committed to give notice to terminate their employment with the Army
Monday 26 March 2012
Army Radio News - 26 Mar 12
Details of military personnel who will play a key role at Diamond Jubilee celebrations are revealed
Among them are The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery who will perform the Coronation Day Gun Salute on Saturday the 2nd June
Soldiers from 13 Air Assault Support Regiment RLC have done their bit for Sport Relief
Garrison FM's Liz Mullen managed to keep up with Staff Sergeant Paul Wells to find out exactly what they were doing
Among them are The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery who will perform the Coronation Day Gun Salute on Saturday the 2nd June
Soldiers from 13 Air Assault Support Regiment RLC have done their bit for Sport Relief
Garrison FM's Liz Mullen managed to keep up with Staff Sergeant Paul Wells to find out exactly what they were doing
Friday 23 March 2012
Army Radio News - 23 Mar 12
131 members of the Armed Forces receive honours and awards in the latest Operational Honours List
The list recognises service on operations in Afghanistan and national operations from April to September 2011
3 Scots prepares to return from Afghanistan
The Battalion is very proud of how successful the tour has been and has praised those who have supported it at home
The list recognises service on operations in Afghanistan and national operations from April to September 2011
3 Scots prepares to return from Afghanistan
The Battalion is very proud of how successful the tour has been and has praised those who have supported it at home
Thursday 22 March 2012
Army Radio News - 22 Mar 12
1,000 British soldiers join a major operation to clear insurgents from a Taliban heartland
The British troops joined forces with 1,000 soldiers from the Afghan National Army and patrolmen from the Afghan Uniform Police, as well as the elite Afghan National Civil Order Police, to clear insurgents from the area around Yakchal, in eastern Helmand province
UK Armed Forces personnel help to put out fires on the slopes of Mount Kenya
The extreme forest fires have been burning at varying degrees of intensity, due to the recent dry weather and are threatening local wildlife
The British troops joined forces with 1,000 soldiers from the Afghan National Army and patrolmen from the Afghan Uniform Police, as well as the elite Afghan National Civil Order Police, to clear insurgents from the area around Yakchal, in eastern Helmand province
UK Armed Forces personnel help to put out fires on the slopes of Mount Kenya
The extreme forest fires have been burning at varying degrees of intensity, due to the recent dry weather and are threatening local wildlife
Wednesday 21 March 2012
Army Radio News - 21 Mar 12
Following his visit to the United States The Prime Minister explains the plans for the drawdown of UK troops in Afghanistan
Speaking in the House of Commons David Cameron also said he was happy with the British forces role in the country
The Budget outlines new investment in service accommodation as well as savings for service personnel
The Chancellor's Budget has recognised the hard work and dedication of service personnel and their families. It has unveiled new investment in accommodation and other measures that will provide extra savings for service families
Speaking in the House of Commons David Cameron also said he was happy with the British forces role in the country
The Budget outlines new investment in service accommodation as well as savings for service personnel
The Chancellor's Budget has recognised the hard work and dedication of service personnel and their families. It has unveiled new investment in accommodation and other measures that will provide extra savings for service families
Tuesday 20 March 2012
Army Radio News - 20 Mar 12
Her Majesty The Queen praises the Armed Forces, in her Jubilee Speech at Westminster
In a speech to both Houses of Parliament, she singled out the Army, The Navy and the Air Force for a special mention
British and Afghan troops carry out a dawn raid on insurgents in Helmand Province
The elite Brigade Reconnaissance Force (BRF) joined forces with the Warthog Group to strike at an insurgent headquarters in the north of Task Force Helmand's area of operations. A number of IEDs, some ordnance, and several weapons were recovered during the operation
In a speech to both Houses of Parliament, she singled out the Army, The Navy and the Air Force for a special mention
British and Afghan troops carry out a dawn raid on insurgents in Helmand Province
The elite Brigade Reconnaissance Force (BRF) joined forces with the Warthog Group to strike at an insurgent headquarters in the north of Task Force Helmand's area of operations. A number of IEDs, some ordnance, and several weapons were recovered during the operation
Monday 19 March 2012
Army Radio News - 19 Mar 12
The Duchess of Cambridge takes part in a very special St Patrick's Day presentation
With Prince William in the Falklands, it was Kate's first solo military engagement. She presented shamrocks to members of the 1st Battalion Irish Guards at Aldershot
The Soldiers Charity raises important funds at the Ideal Home Show
The ABF, The Soldiers Charity, was at the Ideal Home Show at Earl's Court this weekend, taking part in what is now its 3rd year of its Homes For Heroes appeal
With Prince William in the Falklands, it was Kate's first solo military engagement. She presented shamrocks to members of the 1st Battalion Irish Guards at Aldershot
The Soldiers Charity raises important funds at the Ideal Home Show
The ABF, The Soldiers Charity, was at the Ideal Home Show at Earl's Court this weekend, taking part in what is now its 3rd year of its Homes For Heroes appeal
Friday 16 March 2012
Army Radio News - 16 Mar 12
PM David Cameron and President Obama say they won't give up on the Afghanistan mission
In a joint press conference during the PM's visit to the US David Cameron said they wouldn't give up on the mission, because Afghanistan must never again be a safe haven to launch attacks on us
3 Yorks take part in a farewell parade through Warminster
More than 400 soldiers took part in the parade, pre-deployment service, and act of remembrance
In a joint press conference during the PM's visit to the US David Cameron said they wouldn't give up on the mission, because Afghanistan must never again be a safe haven to launch attacks on us
3 Yorks take part in a farewell parade through Warminster
More than 400 soldiers took part in the parade, pre-deployment service, and act of remembrance
Thursday 15 March 2012
Army Radio News - 15 Mar 12
British paras work with the French airborne cavalry on a joint exercise to improve their urban fighting skills
The training, called Exercise Gaulish Eagle, was designed to provide 3 Para with experience of urban operations and to get them used to working with other armies, as part of its preparation for its role in the Airborne Task Force
The Army scores a fantastic double in the football Inter Services
The Army girls won the Women's Inter Services Football Tournament, beating the Royal Navy 7-0 and the men beat the Navy 1-0 to win the Mercury Cup
The training, called Exercise Gaulish Eagle, was designed to provide 3 Para with experience of urban operations and to get them used to working with other armies, as part of its preparation for its role in the Airborne Task Force
The Army scores a fantastic double in the football Inter Services
The Army girls won the Women's Inter Services Football Tournament, beating the Royal Navy 7-0 and the men beat the Navy 1-0 to win the Mercury Cup
Wednesday 14 March 2012
Army Radio News - 14 Mar 12
The Duchess of Cornwall opens the new home of the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery
The regiment moved from its barracks in St John's Wood in February, having been stationed there for over 200 years
Edinburgh's public, private and voluntary organisations sign the Armed Forces Community Covenant
The agreement aims to build stronger relations between the military and civilian communities in the city
The regiment moved from its barracks in St John's Wood in February, having been stationed there for over 200 years
Edinburgh's public, private and voluntary organisations sign the Armed Forces Community Covenant
The agreement aims to build stronger relations between the military and civilian communities in the city
Tuesday 13 March 2012
Army Radio News - 13 Mar 12
CGS says the commitment to the mission in Afghanistan is as strong as ever
General Sir Peter Wall says security in Afghanistan is vital to the security of the UK and that "success is within our grasp"
A tri-service charity that inspires servicemen and women from the Armed Forces to move beyond their disability receives an unexpected boost
" Toe In The Water" the charity that uses competitive sailing as a unique opportunity for injured servicemen and women to sail and race on equal terms with their able bodied colleagues, has just received a really exciting gift!
General Sir Peter Wall says security in Afghanistan is vital to the security of the UK and that "success is within our grasp"
A tri-service charity that inspires servicemen and women from the Armed Forces to move beyond their disability receives an unexpected boost
" Toe In The Water" the charity that uses competitive sailing as a unique opportunity for injured servicemen and women to sail and race on equal terms with their able bodied colleagues, has just received a really exciting gift!
Monday 12 March 2012
Army Radio News - 12 Mar 12
12 Mechanized Brigade complete their final training exercise on Salisbury Plain before deploying to Afghanistan
Chief of the Defence Staff General Sir David Richards met with Commander Brigadier Doug Chalmers and troops at Copehill Down to see how ready they are
Colchester Para's take on Engineers from Salisbury Plain at the Army Major Units Boxing Championships later this month
3 Para will meet 22 Engineer Regiment at Aldershot on the 29th March
Chief of the Defence Staff General Sir David Richards met with Commander Brigadier Doug Chalmers and troops at Copehill Down to see how ready they are
Colchester Para's take on Engineers from Salisbury Plain at the Army Major Units Boxing Championships later this month
3 Para will meet 22 Engineer Regiment at Aldershot on the 29th March
Friday 9 March 2012
Army Radio News - 9 Mar 12
The Defence Secretary restates his belief that the Armed Forces mission in Afghanistan must continue as planned
Philip Hammond was speaking at 12 Mechanized Brigade's Mission Rehearsal Exercise on Salisbury Plain, where troops are training prior to their deployment to theatre
Exercise Eagle Sapper takes place across East Anglia
British Army sappers have been putting their Afghanistan deployment routines to one side and have been training as field based engineers, to help them with their role in the British Army's Rapid Reaction Force
Philip Hammond was speaking at 12 Mechanized Brigade's Mission Rehearsal Exercise on Salisbury Plain, where troops are training prior to their deployment to theatre
Exercise Eagle Sapper takes place across East Anglia
British Army sappers have been putting their Afghanistan deployment routines to one side and have been training as field based engineers, to help them with their role in the British Army's Rapid Reaction Force
Thursday 8 March 2012
Army Radio News - 8 Mar 12
The Commanding Officer of 3 Yorks pays tribute to his fallen soldiers
Five of the soldiers were from 3rd Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment and one was from 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment. They lost their lives in Afghanistan on Tuesday whilst on a mounted patrol in the South of the country, when their Warrior armoured fighting vehicle was caught in an explosion
No Smoking Day could help you quit for good
It's No Smoking Day next Wednesday, that time of the year when you're encouraged to have another go at giving up for good and there's help available at a Garrison near you
Five of the soldiers were from 3rd Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment and one was from 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment. They lost their lives in Afghanistan on Tuesday whilst on a mounted patrol in the South of the country, when their Warrior armoured fighting vehicle was caught in an explosion
No Smoking Day could help you quit for good
It's No Smoking Day next Wednesday, that time of the year when you're encouraged to have another go at giving up for good and there's help available at a Garrison near you
Wednesday 7 March 2012
Army Radio News - 7 Mar 12
The Prime Minister David Cameron has confirmed to MPs that 6 British Army soldiers were missing believed killed in Afghanistan
*** Next of kin have been informed of the tragedy *** The 6, five from 3rd Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment and one from 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment, were on a mounted patrol in southern Afghanistan on Tuesday when their Warrior armoured fighting vehicle was caught in an explosion
The Military Wives Choir is set to perform at the Grand Military Gold Cup at Sandown Park on Friday in support of SSAFA
The choir is keen to show its continued support for the Armed Forces charity after the girls donated the proceeds from the single sales of 'Wherever You Are' to SSAFA Forces Help and The Royal British Legion
*** Next of kin have been informed of the tragedy *** The 6, five from 3rd Battalion The Yorkshire Regiment and one from 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment, were on a mounted patrol in southern Afghanistan on Tuesday when their Warrior armoured fighting vehicle was caught in an explosion
The Military Wives Choir is set to perform at the Grand Military Gold Cup at Sandown Park on Friday in support of SSAFA
The choir is keen to show its continued support for the Armed Forces charity after the girls donated the proceeds from the single sales of 'Wherever You Are' to SSAFA Forces Help and The Royal British Legion
Tuesday 6 March 2012
Army Radio News - 6 Mar 12
Army signallers "listen in" to the Taliban in Helmand Province
The Army has revealed one of the many ways it gains intelligence in theatre; a way to try and stay one step ahead of the Taliban and pre-empt lethal attacks
You're being encouraged to hunt down your local Welfare Officer
An Army welfare officer has been listing all the good reasons why you should get in touch with him, if you could do with a bit of help or advice, or just someone to talk to
The Army has revealed one of the many ways it gains intelligence in theatre; a way to try and stay one step ahead of the Taliban and pre-empt lethal attacks
You're being encouraged to hunt down your local Welfare Officer
An Army welfare officer has been listing all the good reasons why you should get in touch with him, if you could do with a bit of help or advice, or just someone to talk to
Monday 5 March 2012
Army Radio News - 5 Mar 12
TA soldiers get a Liverpool welcome
Almost 50 medics from 208 Field Hospital were cheered through the streets of the city, and then they paraded outside the historic St George's Hall where they were presented with their campaign medals
Royal Welsh troops visit a mosque, prior to their deployment to Afghanistan
The visit was designed to give the troops a better understanding of Islam and the cultural importance of the mosque. As they're going to an Islamic country, it's critical that they have a better understand of the faith
Almost 50 medics from 208 Field Hospital were cheered through the streets of the city, and then they paraded outside the historic St George's Hall where they were presented with their campaign medals
Royal Welsh troops visit a mosque, prior to their deployment to Afghanistan
The visit was designed to give the troops a better understanding of Islam and the cultural importance of the mosque. As they're going to an Islamic country, it's critical that they have a better understand of the faith
Friday 2 March 2012
Army Radio News - 2 Mar 12
3 Scots describe how Afghanistan's changed for the better
WO2 Alan Cunningham is RQMS at Camp Bastion and says it's like night and day compared to the first time he was deployed to Afghanistan
Seven BLESMA members train to become part of the World's first disabled four-way skydiving team
With support from the Army Parachute Association, some of the team who are still serving will undertake the challenging and grueling training course to take them from novice beginners to effective members of the four-way skydiving team
WO2 Alan Cunningham is RQMS at Camp Bastion and says it's like night and day compared to the first time he was deployed to Afghanistan
Seven BLESMA members train to become part of the World's first disabled four-way skydiving team
With support from the Army Parachute Association, some of the team who are still serving will undertake the challenging and grueling training course to take them from novice beginners to effective members of the four-way skydiving team
Thursday 1 March 2012
Army Radio News - 1 Mar 12
The Defence Secretary watches a tri-service Olympic security exercise
Armed Forces personnel were training to provide air security for the Olympic Games. Codenamed Taurus Mountain 2, the exercise tested the ability of the Armed Forces to respond to an airborne threat and it involved troops from all 3 services
The supply line in Helmand Province stretches all the way to the UK
A team responsible for the supply of resources to soldiers out on the ground in Helmand province has been telling Garrison FM about the challenges associated with making sure soldiers have everything they need to do their job
Armed Forces personnel were training to provide air security for the Olympic Games. Codenamed Taurus Mountain 2, the exercise tested the ability of the Armed Forces to respond to an airborne threat and it involved troops from all 3 services
The supply line in Helmand Province stretches all the way to the UK
A team responsible for the supply of resources to soldiers out on the ground in Helmand province has been telling Garrison FM about the challenges associated with making sure soldiers have everything they need to do their job
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