Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has been speaking following the release of Sergeant Danny Nightingale.
The SAS soldier, jailed for keeping an Iraqi pistol as a war trophy was released yesterday following a successful appeal against his 18 month jail sentence. Mr Hammond says he wants to look at an amnesty and new guidelines for service personnel following the case.
Serving officer and Olympic gold medalist Captain Heather Stanning has received a musical tribute from Army musicians.
Captain Stanning received a fanfare from the team of the Welsh Guards written to honour her outstanding acheivement at this summer's London Olympic Games when she visited Kneller Hall.
Friday 30 November 2012
Thursday 29 November 2012
Army radio News - 29 Nov 2012
The Christmas post deadline for getting parcels to Armed Forces personnel overseas is getting close.
Monday, December 3rd is the last day for getting mail sent. The British Forces Post Office are urging people to use this weekend to get any last minute packages ready. They're also asking members of the public to avoid sending unsolicited gifts to prevent clogging up the forces postal system.
Members of the Military Stabilisation Support Group have completed a two-week initiative in Kenya to test a new concept in upstream conflict prevention.
Exercise Civil Bridge 12, the MSSG's annual overseas training exercise is aimed to understand the underlying causes of conflict and instability before they result in violence.
The Armed Buns Calendar 2013 hopes to raise more funds for forces charities over the coming weeks.
It's the third time the calendar has been made by wives, girlfriends and friends of serving soldiers, and to date they've raised over sixteen thousand pounds.
Monday, December 3rd is the last day for getting mail sent. The British Forces Post Office are urging people to use this weekend to get any last minute packages ready. They're also asking members of the public to avoid sending unsolicited gifts to prevent clogging up the forces postal system.
Members of the Military Stabilisation Support Group have completed a two-week initiative in Kenya to test a new concept in upstream conflict prevention.
Exercise Civil Bridge 12, the MSSG's annual overseas training exercise is aimed to understand the underlying causes of conflict and instability before they result in violence.
The Armed Buns Calendar 2013 hopes to raise more funds for forces charities over the coming weeks.
It's the third time the calendar has been made by wives, girlfriends and friends of serving soldiers, and to date they've raised over sixteen thousand pounds.
Wednesday 28 November 2012
Army Radio News - 28 Nov 2012
16 Medical Regiment (16 Air Assault Brigade) have been showing off their state of the art equipment to the NHS.
Medics set up the three-part, green tented Airborne Surgical Group (ABSG) at Merville Barracks in Colchester, to show visitors how a small field hospital can be erected in less than an hour.
The Defence Ideas Scheme (GEMS) has now relaunched with a new online system.
This will now make submitting suggestions and tracking progress from evaluation to outcome easier.
Cricket Legend Freddie Flintoff has donated free tickets to servicemen and women for his debut professional boxing match against the American Richard Dawson at the Manchester Arena.
Tickets can be obtained from tickets for troops.org.uk and are available to ALL serving personnel and those discharged since 2001.
Medics set up the three-part, green tented Airborne Surgical Group (ABSG) at Merville Barracks in Colchester, to show visitors how a small field hospital can be erected in less than an hour.
The Defence Ideas Scheme (GEMS) has now relaunched with a new online system.
This will now make submitting suggestions and tracking progress from evaluation to outcome easier.
Cricket Legend Freddie Flintoff has donated free tickets to servicemen and women for his debut professional boxing match against the American Richard Dawson at the Manchester Arena.
Tickets can be obtained from tickets for troops.org.uk and are available to ALL serving personnel and those discharged since 2001.
Tuesday 27 November 2012
Army Radio News - 26 Nov 2012
Prime Minister David Cameron has said that the UK needs to make a clear effort to help military partners acheive employment wherever they find themselves living.
His comments were made in a letter to the organization Recruit For Spouses after the launch of the 'Military Spouses Business and Employment Charter' recently.
The Afghan National Army has narrowly beaten the British Army in a Twenty 20 cricket match.
The game was held on the helicopter landing site of the Afghan Army's Camp Shorabak. The home side were taking on troops from Catterick's 4 Mech Brigade, known as the Black Rats.
His comments were made in a letter to the organization Recruit For Spouses after the launch of the 'Military Spouses Business and Employment Charter' recently.
The Afghan National Army has narrowly beaten the British Army in a Twenty 20 cricket match.
The game was held on the helicopter landing site of the Afghan Army's Camp Shorabak. The home side were taking on troops from Catterick's 4 Mech Brigade, known as the Black Rats.
Monday 26 November 2012
Army Radio News - 26 Nov 2012
The new Deputy Commander Land Forces, Major General Ranald Munro has been tasked with shaping the future role of the TA.
He's calling on everyone to engage with the FR20 Green Paper so that the future of Army reservists can take shape.
The Military Academy, sandhurst celebrates its 200th Anniversary this year.
The Sovereign's Parade takes place soon with over 200 cadets passing out. Amongst those qualifying will be a number from other nations who send their potential officers to the world renowned establishment.
A giant Christmas card carrying festive wishes to soldiers in Afghanistan is being prepared.
The Mayor of York and the civic party is offering the public the opportunity to show their support of soldiers by writing a message inside it this week.
He's calling on everyone to engage with the FR20 Green Paper so that the future of Army reservists can take shape.
The Military Academy, sandhurst celebrates its 200th Anniversary this year.
The Sovereign's Parade takes place soon with over 200 cadets passing out. Amongst those qualifying will be a number from other nations who send their potential officers to the world renowned establishment.
A giant Christmas card carrying festive wishes to soldiers in Afghanistan is being prepared.
The Mayor of York and the civic party is offering the public the opportunity to show their support of soldiers by writing a message inside it this week.
Friday 23 November 2012
Army Radio News - 23 Nov 2012
1 Mercian Regiment are now nearly two months into their deployment in Nad e Ali on Op' Herrick 17.
They've already seen progress being made by their colleagues from the Afghan Security Forces.
The MOD has announced it's investing 46 million pounds in acquiring fifty-one new Foxhound patrol vehicles for soldiers serving on the frontline in Afghanistan.
The news was broken by Defence Minister Philip Dunne MP, during a visit to General Dynamics: Force Protection's spares facility in Telford which supplies components for the Foxhound vehicle.
Tickets For Troops, the organisation that provides free tickets to members of the Armed Forces have passed a major milestone.
They've announced that in the 3 short years they have been operating, they have now handed out over 300,000 tickets for events and more than 115,000 military personnel have registered with them.
They've already seen progress being made by their colleagues from the Afghan Security Forces.
The MOD has announced it's investing 46 million pounds in acquiring fifty-one new Foxhound patrol vehicles for soldiers serving on the frontline in Afghanistan.
The news was broken by Defence Minister Philip Dunne MP, during a visit to General Dynamics: Force Protection's spares facility in Telford which supplies components for the Foxhound vehicle.
Tickets For Troops, the organisation that provides free tickets to members of the Armed Forces have passed a major milestone.
They've announced that in the 3 short years they have been operating, they have now handed out over 300,000 tickets for events and more than 115,000 military personnel have registered with them.
Thursday 22 November 2012
Army Radio News - 22 Nov 2012
1 Lancs soldiers on Op' Herrick 17 based in Lashkar gah have made early progress.
Working alongside and developing the Afghan Security Forces, they've been able to introduce them into villages and integrate them into the local population.
The UK's largest regional brigade have signed up every local community in its area to the new Armed Forces Community Covenant.
15 (North East) Brigade joined Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council and its partners to sign the historic agreement which represents a population of over 7 million.
The Inter-Services Under 23s Rugby Championships are underway and there's another big match on the way.
Young guns from all 3 services are doing battle with each other and aiming to get a place in their senior sides too. The Army are the current champions, they take on the Navy at the Aldershot Military Stadium this Friday evening. Kick-Off is 7.30pm (23/11/12)
Working alongside and developing the Afghan Security Forces, they've been able to introduce them into villages and integrate them into the local population.
The UK's largest regional brigade have signed up every local community in its area to the new Armed Forces Community Covenant.
15 (North East) Brigade joined Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council and its partners to sign the historic agreement which represents a population of over 7 million.
The Inter-Services Under 23s Rugby Championships are underway and there's another big match on the way.
Young guns from all 3 services are doing battle with each other and aiming to get a place in their senior sides too. The Army are the current champions, they take on the Navy at the Aldershot Military Stadium this Friday evening. Kick-Off is 7.30pm (23/11/12)
Wednesday 21 November 2012
Army Radio News - 21 Nov 2012
The Attorney General blocks an attempt to have the case of an SAS soldier reviewed.
Dominic Grieve, the Government's Chief Law Officer, said it would be 'inappropriate for him to intervene'
in the case of Sergeant Danny Nightingale.
The Military Placement Scheme has been launched in London.
The initiative aims to give 1000 military leavers a way back into the workplace with the help of major companies.
Forces children in Scotland have made a film about their lives.
The 26 minute movie called 'Forces Kids-This is my life' captures the emotional highs and lows of youngsters and how they cope with deployment.
Dominic Grieve, the Government's Chief Law Officer, said it would be 'inappropriate for him to intervene'
in the case of Sergeant Danny Nightingale.
The Military Placement Scheme has been launched in London.
The initiative aims to give 1000 military leavers a way back into the workplace with the help of major companies.
Forces children in Scotland have made a film about their lives.
The 26 minute movie called 'Forces Kids-This is my life' captures the emotional highs and lows of youngsters and how they cope with deployment.
Tuesday 20 November 2012
Army Radio News - 20 Nov 2012
British Army airborne Engineers work with their french counterparts on exercise Eagle Sapper.
The initiative placed troops from 23 Engineer Regiment (Air Assault) in a humanitarian relief operation situation in the harsh landscape of Northumbria with soldiers from 17e Regiment du Genie Parachutiste.
Charity Afghan Heroes launches 'The Retreat'
This new project aims to help injured and ex-soldiers who have fallen on hard times to adjust back into society and gain valuable work skills.
Soldiers from 2nd Battalion The Royal Tank Regiment have been celebrating.
The tankies have been commemorating the 95th anniversary of the Battle of Cambrai when tanks were deployed for the first time against the might of the German defences in the First World War.
The initiative placed troops from 23 Engineer Regiment (Air Assault) in a humanitarian relief operation situation in the harsh landscape of Northumbria with soldiers from 17e Regiment du Genie Parachutiste.
Charity Afghan Heroes launches 'The Retreat'
This new project aims to help injured and ex-soldiers who have fallen on hard times to adjust back into society and gain valuable work skills.
Soldiers from 2nd Battalion The Royal Tank Regiment have been celebrating.
The tankies have been commemorating the 95th anniversary of the Battle of Cambrai when tanks were deployed for the first time against the might of the German defences in the First World War.
Monday 19 November 2012
Army Radio News - 19 Nov 2012
The Secretary of State for Defence has recently announced the expansion of the Army Reserve.
Part of the forward plan is the need to integrate regular and reserve components.
Colchester's Domestic Abuse Forum in partnership with the military are visiting the towns' garrison this week.
The visit aims to offer help and advice to both men and women and forms part of Essex's domestic abuse awareness week.
A lamb biryani has helped chefs win the title of 'Best Curry' at Army HQ Andover.
The event brought together chefs from all ranks at the annual lunch held in support of ABF The Soldiers' Charity.
James Bond star visits Camp Bastion troops.
Daniel Craig has surprised UK Soldiers at Camp Bastion in Afghanistan by paying them a visit as they prepared to watch his latest film Skyfall.
Part of the forward plan is the need to integrate regular and reserve components.
Colchester's Domestic Abuse Forum in partnership with the military are visiting the towns' garrison this week.
The visit aims to offer help and advice to both men and women and forms part of Essex's domestic abuse awareness week.
A lamb biryani has helped chefs win the title of 'Best Curry' at Army HQ Andover.
The event brought together chefs from all ranks at the annual lunch held in support of ABF The Soldiers' Charity.
James Bond star visits Camp Bastion troops.
Daniel Craig has surprised UK Soldiers at Camp Bastion in Afghanistan by paying them a visit as they prepared to watch his latest film Skyfall.
Friday 16 November 2012
Army Radio News - 16 Nov 2012
The case of jailed SAS soldier, Sergeant Danny Nightingale is expected to be debated in Parliament.
He was jailed this week for illegally possessing a firearm. He said he didn't know the pistol was in his kit as colleagues had packed it for him prior to his return home from deployment.
The 2012 British Military Tournament is set to be one of the most explosive ever.
The event, which takes place on December 8th and 9th is expected to attract a record audience including the Duke and Duchess Of Cambridge.
An ex-soldier from Blackburn,who lost a service medal 13 years ago has had it returned.
Mick France, a former Lance Corporal with the Queen's Lancashire Regiment, now part of the Duke of Lancaster's was reunited with his honour after it was found on sale in an Afghan marketplace.
He was jailed this week for illegally possessing a firearm. He said he didn't know the pistol was in his kit as colleagues had packed it for him prior to his return home from deployment.
The 2012 British Military Tournament is set to be one of the most explosive ever.
The event, which takes place on December 8th and 9th is expected to attract a record audience including the Duke and Duchess Of Cambridge.
An ex-soldier from Blackburn,who lost a service medal 13 years ago has had it returned.
Mick France, a former Lance Corporal with the Queen's Lancashire Regiment, now part of the Duke of Lancaster's was reunited with his honour after it was found on sale in an Afghan marketplace.
Thursday 15 November 2012
Army Radio News - 15 Nov 2012
The head of the Armed Forces has warned he can't do everything Ministers would like following the Government's defence cuts.
Chief Of The Defence Staff General Sir David Richards,speaking at an Oxford University lecture quoted by the Daily Telegraph said Ministers' demands had not been revised to correspond with the reduced size of the Armed Forces.
Colchester based military charity The Invicta Foundation have been talking about their latest project.
They've been promoting the already very successful Adopt A British Squaddie scheme.
The Army Families Federation are looking for your input online.
There's a new survey on living and working in Germany and the AFF want your thoughts on child benefit.
Chief Of The Defence Staff General Sir David Richards,speaking at an Oxford University lecture quoted by the Daily Telegraph said Ministers' demands had not been revised to correspond with the reduced size of the Armed Forces.
Colchester based military charity The Invicta Foundation have been talking about their latest project.
They've been promoting the already very successful Adopt A British Squaddie scheme.
The Army Families Federation are looking for your input online.
There's a new survey on living and working in Germany and the AFF want your thoughts on child benefit.
Wednesday 14 November 2012
Army Radio News - 14 Nov 2012
The Army Sports Lottery announces changes to its grants.
All cap badges could be affected from early 2013 onwards which will include overseas tours and travel.
Have you noticed that you haven't been receiving all you should into your online military mailbox?
Changes to social networking sites means you don't get everything you want and need. This includes military distribution too.
All cap badges could be affected from early 2013 onwards which will include overseas tours and travel.
Have you noticed that you haven't been receiving all you should into your online military mailbox?
Changes to social networking sites means you don't get everything you want and need. This includes military distribution too.
Tuesday 13 November 2012
Army Radio News - 13 Nov 2012
The British Army's Electronic Battle Box is the Military's latest tool
It's a one-stop shop for many sections of the military to use. It contains a wide range of documents, forms and training manuals amongst other publications and can be accessed by all services
The Inter-Services Judo Champioships take place this week
RAF Cosford in the West Midlands is the venue this year and the Army will be well represented as they try to become the best of the military.
It's a one-stop shop for many sections of the military to use. It contains a wide range of documents, forms and training manuals amongst other publications and can be accessed by all services
The Inter-Services Judo Champioships take place this week
RAF Cosford in the West Midlands is the venue this year and the Army will be well represented as they try to become the best of the military.
Monday 12 November 2012
Army Radio News - 12 Nov 2012
British Forces Post Offices give top tips on sending parcels to a loved one
Colonel Stephen Heron from BFPO tells you the best and quickest way to send a parcel and what you can and can't send in a package
A little known charity aim to make a big difference to the lives of children in Helmand Province.
We'll hear from the CEO of the Afghan Appeal Fund on the difference their work is making to children in Helmand Province
Army Sports Lottery Results
The latest draw has been made and we tell you who the big 3 winners are this week
Colonel Stephen Heron from BFPO tells you the best and quickest way to send a parcel and what you can and can't send in a package
A little known charity aim to make a big difference to the lives of children in Helmand Province.
We'll hear from the CEO of the Afghan Appeal Fund on the difference their work is making to children in Helmand Province
Army Sports Lottery Results
The latest draw has been made and we tell you who the big 3 winners are this week
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