Army Radio News - 22 March 2013

Soldiers are being warned about the potential risks of using supplements.
Those responsible for Health promotion and Health policy in the Army are warning of the potential risks of using supplements. They say ingredients of some products picked up and used on deployment may be legal in the USA but banned in the UK.

The Recovery Career Service (RCS) is a new joint venture initiative just about to launch.
The aims of the organisation are to provide employment support for those receiving a medical discharge from the Armed Forces.

Army Radio News - 21 March 2013

1 Scots CO talks to Garrison FM about Op' Herrick 17
Lieutenant Colonel Ben Wrench has been giving Garrison FM's Chris Sturgess his thoughts as he and his soldiers prepare to return home from Afghanistan following their recent deployment.

The Families Continuous Attitudes Survey launches next week and you're being encouraged to make sure you fill yours in.
Catherine Spencer from the Army Families Federation gives us the details on what the survey is all about and what its findings are used for. 

Army Radio News 20 03 2013

QDG's have been training in Kenya

Soldiers of the Queen's Dragoon Guards have just returned from 6 weeks' of intense training in Kenya

Mentoring & Training Afghan Soldiers
1 Scots have been mentoring & training the Afghan Soldiers during Op Herrick 17

Colchester Garrison Show
There's 3 events on one day in July at Abbey Fields in Colchester Garrison

Army Radio News - 19 March 2013

Her Majesty The Queen has approved the appointment of the next Chief of the Defence Staff.
General Sir Nicholas Houghton GCB CBE ADC Gen will take over from General Sir David Richards GCB CBE DSO ADC Gen in July.

The Afghan population are less reliant on ISAF forces.
WO2 Craig Turner in Afghanistan with the Military Stabilisation Support Group (MSSG) tells Garrison FM that local people are now fending for themselves when it comes to local and district matters.

Army Radio News - 18 March 2013

Service personnel will be protected against any Cypriot bank tax says the Chancellor.
George Osbourne has made it clear that anyone serving in the military or working for the government on the Island will be compensated if affected by Cyprus's proposed bailout levy whilst doing their duty for the UK.

Garrison FM continues its coverage from Afghanistan this week.
As Op' Herrick comes to an end and British troops prepare to leave for home we hear from more soldiers on how their tour has gone and the changes they themselves have witnessed over the months since they were deployed.

Army Radio News - 15 March 2013

Garrison FM has been given an appraisal of the changes that have taken place in parts of Afghanistan.
The Army's radio service has been in the country and spoke to Colour Sergeant Alan Boyle, based at FOB Shawqat. He gave us the big picture on how it was and how it is now in the area.

The results of a study funded by the MOD have been published.
The report which appears in the Lancet investigated the risk of violent offending among UK military personnel deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan.

Army footballers are to take on a team of FA legends this May.
The Army team will be coached by Stuart Pearce and the FA side will be managed by England boss Roy Hodgson.

Army Radio News - 14 March 2013

A Platoon Commander speaks about the changes he's seen in Afghanistan over the years.
Captain Mal Wheeler from 1 Mercian speaks to Garrison FM as Op' Herrick 17 draws to a close.

Edinburgh's Garrison Commander gives his thoughts on the future rebasing of the British Army.
Colonel Phil Bates speaks about what the changes will mean to personnel and families who work and live in and around Dreghorn Barracks.

Army Radio News - 13 March 2013

Garrison FM has been in Afghanistan with British troops.
Today we hear from a Mastiff Commander at FOB Shawqat and get his views on Op' Herrick 17 and the workload they've completed over the past 5 months.

A new training programme and website aimed at improving the financial awareness of service personnel has been launched.
Moneywise has been unveiled by Defence Minister Mark Francois.It includes an innovative money planner, a car cost calculator and credit card forecaster.

Army Radio News - 12 March 13

Soldiers have been reflecting as their tour of Afghanistan reaches its climax.
British troops currently deployed on Op' Herrick 17 have been talking to Garrison FM abou their recent tour of Helmand Province. Garrison FM's Chris Sturgess travelled to some of the forward operating bases to see for himself the progress made by ISAF Forces.

World War II war heroes who served on the Arctic Convoys and in Bomber Command will begin receiving brand new awards.
Production of the new Arctic Star and Bomber Command Clasp will get underway this week. 

Army Radio News - 11 March 2013

Garrison FM have been in Afghanistan talkng to British troops.
The Army's Radio station has been at FOB Shawqat talking to soldiers from 1 Mercian and getting their thoughts on this latest deployment as they near the end of Op' Herrick 17

Army Medics have been honoured with the Freedom of the City of York.
Soldiers from 34 Field Hospital, based at Queen Elizabeth Barracks, Strensall, marched through York and were given the Freedom of the City by the Lord Mayor, Councillor Keith Hyman

Army Radio News 08 03 2013

RMP's complete Exercise Eagles Redcap
156 Provost Company RMP's have exchanged armoured vehicles for boots and backpacks on exercise in South Wales

Unit Welfare Officers brief families ahead of deployments
2 Scots UWO Cpt Ian Houston explains about how information is given to families ahead of deployment

Para's punch their way to Boxing Finals
2 Para have reached the Army Major Units Boxing Final

Army Radio News 07 03 2013

Reaction from AFF on Basing
The Army Families Federation Chief Executive Catherine Spencer gives AFFs view on Basing.

Military No Smoking Day is next Wednesday
National No Smoking Day is on 13th March and there are extra incentive for units to get involved

Help For Heroes announce a new Patron
The Professional Road Cyclist Mark Cavendish is a new Patron for Help for Heroes

Army Radio News 06 03 2013

2 Lancs complete training for Op Herrick 18
2nd Bn the Duke of Lancaster's Regiment have completed their final exercise on Salisbury Plain ahead of deploying to Afghanistan on Op Herrick 18

204 Signal Squadron explains their role in Afgahanistan
2nd Lt David Cummings OC Main Troop give an insight into their role

Date set for Inter Services Twenty 20 Cricket
Lord's will host this years Twenty 20 Inter Services Cricket on 18th June

Army Radio News 05 03 2013

Army returning from Germany & boost economy by £1.8 Billion
Defence Secretary Philip Hammond gives details of the investment in new bases and accomodation and UK locations for the Regiments returning from Germany

Lasting memories of Afghanistan as Op Herrick 17 nears the end
Cpt Tom Davis of 1 Lancs gives his lasting memories of Afghanistan

Royal Hospital Chelsea & National Army Museum join forces
Chelsea Pensioners to give audio & visual history in 'The Old and the Bold'

Army Radio News 04 03 2013

The Police Mentoring Advisory Group sees progress
The Police Mentoring Advisory Group on Op Herrick 17 in Afghanistan has seen some small prgress training the Afghan National Police

RLC Winter Championships
Mark Goodson brings the results of the RLC's Alpine Championships

The Army Sports Lottery
FInd out who won the £10,000 top prize

Army Radio News 01 03 2013

Op Herrick 17 Soldiers near end of tour
1 Lancs Sgt Steve Smith describes his role and some of the operations whilst on tour

No differences between Regular & TA Soldiers in 2013
A former Regular Soldier sees no difference with TA Soldiers.

St.David's Day is celebrated
800 soldiers of the Welsh Guards receive Leeks to celebrate St.David's Day

Army Radio News 28 02 2013

Reconnaissance force ready for Afghanistan Deployment

Soldiers from 1st Mechanized Vrigade Reconnaissance Force have completed their pre-deployment training.

 

T A Soldiers find training beneficial

Garrison FM's Liz Mullen speaks to TA Soldier Sgt Andy Cairns of 144 Parachute Medical Squadron

 

Local HIVE's have Deployment Information for families

THe local HIVE is on habd with information and support for families left behind while their loved ones are deployed

Army Radio News - 27 02 2013

Afghanistan Defence Minister Vists UK
Afghan Defence Minister Bismillah Mohammadi has visited the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst as partof a 3 day visit.

£1.3 Million to be given to Armed Forces Charities
Money from fines levied at banks attempting to manipulate LIBOR is heading for 3 charities.

Inter Service Football Had Started.
Army U23's draw 3 all with Royal Navy at Aldershot

Army Radio News - 26 02 2013

A Live Artiller Firing Artillery Exercise
A two week live firing artillery exercise involving regular, reserve and Frech soldier in Otterburn is taking place.

Reservists are being treated as Equals
144 Medical Sqn OC Maj Eric Bellew says the reservists are being treated as equals with the Regular Army

New Awards for World War 2 Heroes
World War 2 veterans who served in the Arctic Conveys and Bomber Command are to recieve brand new awards shortly.

Army Radio News - 25 02 2103

Reservists test their medical skills.

Reservists have tested their medical skills using the lightweight facilities the British Army would deploy in support of airborne operations.

The RLS' Apline Championships have started.
Mark Goodson brings the latest results from the RLC championships

And

This week's Army Sports Lottery Results.
The £10,000 winner of the week is announced.

Army Radio News - 22 Feb 2013

Army Radio News - 22 Feb 2013


Gurkhs Return home early.

Soldiers from B Company, 1^st Battalion The Royal Gurkha Rifles, based in Folkestone , Kent have returned home from their tour in Afghanistan, some weeks before the original end of tour date after handing over to the Afghan National Security Forces.

My Daddy Is A Soldier Adventures.
More events for the little troopers announced

Army Biathlon News
Army Biathletes representing Great Britain at the World Championships in Czech Republic finished the week off well

Army Radio News - 21 Feb 2013

British Soldiers praise Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF).
1 Mercian have been speaking about how Afghan forces are now delivering security in and around the area of Nad-e-Ali.

The Army have been talking about the ways it's helping soldiers with transition from military to civilian life.
Speaking on Garrison FM's Army HQ live from Andover programme, the Army's Director of Personnel Services Brigadier John Donnelly says they look closely at a number of key areas before someone leaves the service and that there are many agency's available to provide ongoing help and advice.

British Army Chefs have rosated the opposition at this years' National Cookery Competition.
At the culinary spectacular held at the NEC in Birmingham, Army chefs won 11 of the top awards up for grabs.

Army Radio News - 20 Feb 2013

Paratroopers have been on the receiving end of verbal abuse and petrol bombs as part of their latest training.
2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment have been taking part in public order training as part of Exercise Eagle's Banner. The training is designed to help the soldiers' skills as they prepare to be the lead unit in the Airborne Task Force (ABTF) from May

Communities across the UK are being encouraged to hold Armed Forces Day events this June.
Cities, towns and villages are all being asked to apply for funding to hold events as part of the nationwide Armed Forces Day campaign, held in honour of our Servicemen and womwn past and present.

Army Radio News - 19 Feb 2013

British Personnel to join EU Mission To Mali.
The UK will contribute 40 personnel to the European Union Training Mission in Mali, the Defence Secretary has announced. Infantry, mortar and artillery training teams will deploy to Mali to work with Malian armed forces currently fighting extremists in the African country.

UK Heroes are to get 'bionic' legs.
War heroes from Iraq and Afghanistan who have lost their legs will now have access to the most technologically advanced prosthetics after the Government make over 6 million pounds available.

Army Radio News - 18 Feb 2013

Ground-breaking TV adverts live from Afghanistan are hoping to attract more people to join the reserves.
The TA-LIVE campaign is being aired live from military operations over the next couple of weeks as part of a new initiative to encourage more people to get involved with the Territorial Army (TA)

1 Scots continue with their deployment of Afghanistan as part of Op' Herrick 17.
With Christmas and New year now a distant memory, they're looking forward to coming home in the next few weeks.

Army Radio News - 15 Feb 2013

The Defence Minister and Minister for the Disabled have announced a new financial benefit to be paid to injured veterans.
From April this year those seriously injured in service for their country will receive 7 thousand pounds a per annum for the rest of their life.

2nd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland (2 Scots) are preparing for their next deployment to Afghanistan.
During Op' Herrick 18 they will  take up the role of Police Mentoring and Advisory Group. (PMAG) They'll be training, advising and assisiting at District level in the country

Army Radio News - 14 Feb 2013

The next deployment of British Forces to Afghanistan have been undergoing final preparations.
Many of those being deployed as part of Op' Herrick 18 will be returning to the country once again but this time it will be with a different role to play.

The Commander of 1 Mechanized Brigade says 'insider attacks' on coalition troops must be kept in perspective.
Brigadier Rupert Jones says that the vast majority of Afghan Military and Police are on the side of ISAF and these incidents are from a tiny minority and the best way to combat this is to stay 'shoulder to shoulder' with their Afghan partners.

Army Radio News - 13 Feb 2013

It has been announced that 1 Mechanized Brigade will be taking over the role of Task Force Helmand in the Spring of 2013.
Operation Herrick 18 will be a joint Task Force, led by 1 Mech Brigade with supporting elements from all 3 services and working closely with the Afghan National Army.

Army Radio News - 12 Feb 2013

The man expected to lead the pullout of NATO troops from Afghanistan has now taken up his post as ISAF Commander.
US Marine, General Joseph Dunford Junior's first challenge will be to escalate the transfer of responsibility from western troops to the Afghan police and army.

Soldiers from 2nd Battalion The Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment have stepped down from ceremonial duties.
Z company completed the final guards for Buckingham Palace, The Tower of London and Windsor Castle

Army radio News - 11 Feb 2013

The Royal Dragoon Guards have been speaking about their successes in Helmand Province.
They've been able to support a large number of ANSF (Afghan National Security Forces) operations recently which have lead to the discovery of weapons and large quantities of IED's and narcotics.

The Army has released the latest in a series of films aimed at helping service personnel and their families.
The latest edition is titled 'Redundancy-Compensation and Benefits' is geared towards those leaving the military over the coming months.

Army Radio News - 08 Feb 2013

The Defence Secretary visits UK troops in Afghanistan.
Philip Hammond witnessed first-hand the security transition to the Afghan National Security Forces, with a trip to Patrol Base Wahid where he met with members of 1st Battalion The Royal Gurkha Rifles.

There's to be improved support to Deployed Reservists Families.
Additional staff are being recruited to improve reserve units current welfare provision, recruiting, retention, Civil Engagement and Employer liaison. 76 new posts are being created by summer 2013

Army Radio News - 07 Feb 2013

There's been a change to Service Families Accomodation (SFA) policy.

French Officer Cadets have been training with British soldiers in Colchester,

"Be safe and be seen" - That's the message from the Army to you if you're a night time runner. 

Army Radio News - 06 Feb 2013

Afghanistan's President Hamid Karzai talks about Prince Harry, the coalition forces and the fruture of his country.
The President has spoken about 'insider attacks' on coalition troops and the comments made by Prince Harry whilst on deployment in Helmand Province.

The charity Help for Heroes has been speaking about their future role after passing yet another fundraising milestone.
Co-founder Emma Parry OBE says although the charity has raised over 150 million pounds now, they're in this for the long term and have many plans for continuing to provide help to injured service personnel. 

Army Radio News - 05 Feb 2013

Afghanistan and Pakistan say they'll work towards a peace deal within six months.
Speaking in Britain President Hamid Karzai and Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari said they would "take all necessary measures" to acheive such a goal.

Gurkha troops based in Helmand Province have handed control to Afghan Police after finally securing peace in the area of Nah-e Bughra.
Know as Patrol Base 4, it was once named 'The Heart of Darkness' which witnessed some of the campaign's most intense fighting.

Airborne Medics have battled with each other to find who's fittest in their unit.
Colchester-based 16 Medical Regiment which provides support to 16 Air Assault Brigade, the British Army's Rapid Reaction Force had to swim run and carry to win the title.

Army Radio News - 4 Feb 2013

British soldiers in Helmand Province have become the first to use miniature surveillance helicopters in frontline operations.
The drones can fly around corners and obstacles to identify potential hidden dangers, the Ministry of Defence said.

Prime Minister David Cameron is hosting key talks on the Afghan peace process.
The dialogue involves the leaders of Pakistan and Afghanistan and will focus on cross-border security and how to engage the Taliban in future talks.

A team of injured servicemen are to attempt a world first.
In partnership with Help for Heroes, they're aiming to fly a microlight to the South Pole

Army Radio News - 01 Feb 2013

The Army has conducted its largest ever virtual simulation exercise.
Soldiers from 2nd Battalion The Royal Welsh have just taken part in Urban Warrior 5 which has used advanced science and technology as part of a cutting-edge experiment designed to help the Army better understand the battlefield of the future. As many as 190 soldiers took part in the exercise at the Land Warfare Centre, Warminster.

The Queen's Royal Lancers have been busy in Afghanistan keeping a watch over insurgent activity.
Whilst out on patrol they lifted an IED facilitator, a Taliban Commander who directs people to devices.This was seen as a massive success for the Squadron

An Army Medic injured in Afghanistan is set to marry the soldier who  carried her to safety.
Haley Ridgeway ignored her own injuries to help others following an explosion. Fiance Scott Reading helped her to the helicopter and nursed her back to health after the ambush last August. Now they plan to marry later this month before returning to Helmand Province.

Army Radio News - 31 Jan 2013

The MoD has published details of how it will equip the Armed Forces over the next ten years and how it will be funded.
For the first time, the Government has set out a fully-funded Defence Plan totalling almost 160 Billion pounds. The affordability of this plan has been scrutinised by the National Audit Office and their analysis has also been published.

Nottingham has shown the strength of its support for Service personnel and their families with the signing of a Community Covenant.
Through a joint signing, both Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire County Councils have pledged practical help for thir military communities. Nottinghamshire is currently home to around 2,000 Service personnel and their families.

Army Radio News - 30 Jan 2013

It's been announced Britain is offering military personnel to West Africa.
The Defence Secretary Philip Hammond announced to Parliament that soldiers are set to deploy to support French forces fighting Islamist Militants in Mali.

The Duchess of Cornwall, Colonel-in-Chief of 4th Battalion The Rifles has visited troops training at their base on Salisbury Plain.
The Duchess was chauffeured around the camp in a Husky protected support vehicle. During the visit she watched as soldiers took part in Mission-Specific exercises. Later the Duchess opened the Officer's mess and chatted to families at the Hub in Ward Barracks.

Help for Heroes have launched their 2013 Collosal Cake Sale.
Tv personality Lorraine Kelly and Chef James Tanner, both Ambassador's for the event, were at Tedworth House in Tidworth for the launch. Last year the event raised over one hundred and fifty thousand pounds with over 700 hundred registered activities taking place 

Army Radio News - 29 Jan 2013

British-trained Afghan Forces have demonstrated their capabilities by succesfully leading a complex construction operation in Helmand.
With guidance from British Forces led by 1st Battalion the Duke of Lancaster's Regiment (1 Lancs) they have just built a bridge over the Nahr-e-Saraj canal in Helmand Province.

The route has been released for Help For Heroes first competitive cycle race.
The 100 mile sportive, nicknamed the "Dawn Raid" will start from Tedworth House in Tidworth in the early hours of June 2nd.It will travel through Wiltshire, Hampshire and Surrey retracing the tracks of the 2012 Olympic Road Race Heroes.

Army Radio News - 28 Jan 2013

Soldiers from The Queen's Royal Lancers head towards the halfway point of their deployment in Afghanistan.
Troops from the regiment have been involved in a variety of roles including the training and mentoring of the Afghan Police.

The Royal British Legion in Scotland are looking to freshen-up their image north of the border.
The charity want people to appreciate what they stand for and what they have to offer. They also want people to realise that they're not just here for older veterans.

Army Radio News - 25 Jan 2013

Soldiers from The Royal Dragoon Guards are training the Afghan Police to control their own checkpoints.
They form part of the District Training Team which also involves training the Afghan trainers to become their own instructors.

3 UK tourists have appeared in court in Cyprus over the death of a British Soldier.
The men  face manslaughter charges following the fatal stabbing of 19 year old David Lee Collins from 2nd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers last November. He died after an incident at a nightclub in Ayia Napa.

SSAFA Forces Help have announced their summer activity breaks.
The children of Service personnel are once again being offered the opportunity to make new friends and try adventure activities on the week long schemes.

Army Radio News - 24 Jan 2013

Afghanistan is likely to be "messy" after western troops pull out of the country in 2014 according to Defence Secretary Philip Hammond.
Appearing at the Defence Select Committee, Mr Hammond added that there was little prospect of the Kabul-based government defeating the Talibam "outright"

The Army Football Association have announced plans for a big match as they celebrate their big birthday later this year.
The Association will be marking 125 years since they were founded in 1888 with match between an Army select eleven and a team of England all-stars.

Army Radio News - 23 Jan 2013

The Withdrawal of 3,800 UK troops from Afghanistan is unlikely to happen until the end of this year.
General Nick Carter, Deputy ISAF Commander and the most senior British officer in Helmand says it's most likely that the soldiers will be home during the final quarter of 2013

The Assistant Chief of General Staff has been speaking following the announcement of the third tranche redundancies yesterday.
Major General James Everard says redundancy is never easy and regrets the sense uncertainty but aims to make the process as smooth as possible.

Army Radio News - 22 Jan 2013

The third tranche of Armed Forces redundancies have been announced.
The Army has today said which employment fields will be affected by the cuts, the job losses are not new and are the third tranche of the Armed Forces Redundancy Programme that was announced in the Strategic Defence and Security Review in October 2010.

Prince Harry has left Afghanistan after a succesful tour as an Apache pilot.
Captain Wales operated as part of the Joint Aviation Group which provides helicopter support to the International Security Assistance Force.

Army Radio News - 21 Jan 2013

Soldiers from 1 Scots in Afghanistan are getting ready to celebrate a big occasion in their calendar.
New RSM of 1st Battalion the Royal Regiment of Scotland, WO1 Alan Falconer has been telling Garrison FM about the preparations ahead of this Friday's Burn's Night celebrations that they've arranged for troops in Helmand Province.

Paratroopers have been battling heavy snow and freezing conditions on Exercise Eagles Nest.
Soldiers from 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment have been on 2 weeks of training at Otterburn Ranges in Northumbria preparing for their role as the British Army's rapid reaction force.

The Race2Recovery team of severely injured soldiers and volunteers have become the first ever disability team to complete the Dakar Rally, The world's toughest race.
The team, made up of mainly British servicemen along with two US Marines-many of them amputees following injuries sustained in Afghanistan-set out with four vehicles on January 4th. The remaining vehicle, manned by Major Matt O' Hare and Corporal Phillip Gillespie crossed the finish line on Saturday evening January 19th. 

Army Radio News - 18 Jan 2013

The British soldier who died in Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham on Wednesday January 16 2013 has been named.
Kingsman David Robert Shaw from 1st Battalion The Duke of Lancaster's Regiment sustained a gunshot wound when his checkpoint came under attack from insurgents in the Laskar Gah District of Helmand Province on January 14th 2013.

The UK has signed a new treaty with Australia to formalise defence co-operation.
The two countries will strengthen their long standing relationship with a new defence treaty to provide a new framework for the many strands where they work closely together. The areas to be covered include defence reform, personnel exchange, equipment, and science and technology

Army Radio News - 17 Jan 2013

A green paper launched last year nears the end of its consultation period.
Members of the military and wider community have been asked for their input on the future of  the UK's Reserve Force

Army athletes are busy training for the new season.
The 2013 cross-country trials and selection will be taking place over the next couple of months and competition's are already gathering pace.

Army Radio News - 16 Jan 2013

The Spokesman for Taskforce Helmand has been looking ahead to the challenges that lie ahead.
Major Laurence Roache says mentoring the Afghan military and preparing bases form the main thrust of work over the coming weeks.

Army equipment has been receiving glowing reports and is proving a major lifesaver in Afghanistan.
Colonel Matthew Tressider from Defence Clothing says the new style of camouflage and pelvic protection kit has proved invaluable to the British military.

Scotland's war memorials will be cleaned and restored in readiness for the anniversary of the First World War.
A new fund has been made available to communities across the country. The additional 1 million pounds for the Centenary Memorials Restoration Fund has been announced by Scotland's First Minister Alex Sammond.   

Army Radio News - 15 Jan 2013

An MP whose constituency includes one of the UK's Garrisons has voiced his concerns over the cut to MOD Police.
Sir Bob Russell said at defence questions in Parliament this week that Colchester garrison and in time garrisons in general would be seriously affected by the demise of the service.

There's been another accident during the Dakar Rally for the Race2Recovery Team who are raising funds for Help For Heroes.
A third Wildcat vehicle has had to retire from the competition as a result of an in-race accident. The driver and co-driver sustained injuries but both have now recovered and have been discharged from Hospital.

Two UK Defence ministers have been visiting British Service personnel on operations.
Minister of State for the Armed Forces, Andrew Robathan, and Minister for Defence Equipment,Support and Technology, Philip Dunne, visited soldiers in Afghanistan and the Middle East to witness first-hand the progress being made in mentoring Afghan forces.

Army Radio News - 14 Jan 2013

A charity which aims to support ex-military personnel and their spouses get their business ideas up and running has been formed.
Heropreneurs provides practical help for those leaving the forces and looking to start up their own company It offers a wide range of services including mentoring, legal advice and assistance with business plans too.

The Army Biathlon is gathering pace in Austria
There's been success for many from the Army taking part in the first competitive races of the new year in Hochfilzen

The winner of this week's Army Sports Lottery has been announced.
Major S D Sharpe of HQ 8 Force Engineer Brigade based in Aldershot picks up the cheque for 10 thousand pounds.

Army Radio News - 11 Jan 2013

The Spokesman for Task Force Helmand tells Garrison FM that  working closely with their Afghan colleagues is essential following the latest 'green on blue incident' in Afghanistan
Major Laurence Roache says he believes building relationships and understanding each others ways is key to success in the region and for the future of the country.

Soldiers in Afghanistan will be amongst the first to use a new type of hand gun after the Ministry of Defence signs a new 9 million pound contract.
The Glock will replace the Browning pistol which has been in service with the military for over 40 years.

The Scottish launch of the Military Civilian Health Partnership Awards has taken place at Edinburgh's Dreghorn Barracks.
The very best of Military and NHS medical and support staff and equipment has been showcased at the event attended by The Veteran's Minister and GOC Scotland.

Army Radio News - 10 Jan 2013

Tributes have been paid to the British Soldier killed in Afghanistan.
The family of Sapper Richard Walker-a member of 28 Engineer Regiment have described him as a "proud, patriotic man". Defence Secretary Philip Hammond has also been speaking about the 23-year-old's death and says a full investigation into the circumstances will be carried out.

Two organisations are teaming up to help blind and partially sighted veterans.
Remploy and Blind Veterans UK are forming the partnership with the aim to increase employment support and to tap into one and others specific areas of expertise.

Army Radio News - 9 Jan 2013

The Armed Forces are being warned that the cyber threat to UK security has the ability to evolve at unimaginable speed.
The Commons Defence Committee has called on Ministers to take a more hands-on approach to ensure proper emergency plans were in place.

New Commander Land Forces at Andover is announced.
Lieutenant General Adrian Bradshaw CB OBE has has succeeded General Sir Nick Parker KCB CBE ADC Gen as Commander Land Forces at Army Headquarters in Andover

Army Radio News - 8 Jan 2013

A soldier from 28 Engineer Regiment, attached to 21 Engineer Regiment, has been killed in a 'green on blue' incident in Afghanistan.
An ANA soldier opened fire at ANA soldiers and British troops. The gunman was killed in the exchange of fire at PB Hazrat, in Nahr-e-Saraj district.

A former soldier has set out on a mammoth fundraiser on a mobility scooter with just his cats for company.
Mark Newton will take a year to cover most of the UK in his quest to raise funds for a number of charities.

Army Radio News - 7 Jan 2013

The Prime Minister has promised that Britain will defend the Falkland Islands with military force if Argentina launched another invasion.
Speaking on the BBC David Cameron said "of course we would and we have strong defences in place on the Islands, that is absolutely key, we have fast jets and troops stationed there."

Prince Charles has spoken of his worry for Prince Harry.
The Heir to the throne has been talking to the media about the prospect of becoming a grandfather and his youngest son being away serving in Afghanistan

The Race 2 Recovery is underway with a team of injured soldiers aiming to complete the grueling Dakar Rally raising funds for forces charities.
The Challenge left Peru at the weekend and will finish in Chile on January 20th.