Month: September 2011

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Public urged not to send Xmas mail to theatre

Generous members of the public who show their support for the Armed Forces by sending welfare parcels to Afghanistan are being urged to stop and think and consider alternative and more effective ways they can back the troops at Christmas time.

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Merlin helicopter bound for Middle East operations

By Sharon Black

A Merlin helicopter from 829 Naval Air Squadron, based at Royal Naval Air Station Culdrose, is on board HMS Somerset bound for maritime security operations in the Middle East.

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Death of Fusilier Dean Griffiths in Kent

By Sharon Black

It is with great sadness that the Ministry of Defence must confirm the death of Fusilier Dean Griffiths, from 1st Battalion The Royal Welsh, on the Lydd Ranges, Kent, on 14 September 2011.

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Up-armoured vehicles begin Afghanistan operations

By Sharon Black

The first of the enhanced Combat Vehicle Reconnaissance (Tracked) [CVR(T)] fleet is now operational on the front line in Afghanistan.

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Navy’s newest Astute Class submarine named

By Sharon Black

The name of the Royal Navy’s newest, most capable Astute Class submarine has been formally announced today – HMS Anson.

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Air Marshal Sir Stuart Peach appointed first Commander Joint Forces Command

By Sharon Black

It has been announced that Air Marshal Sir Stuart Peach, the current Chief of Joint Operations, is to become the first Commander Joint Forces Command (JFC) later this year.

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First female bandmaster for Household Cavalry

By Sharon Black

Warrant Officer Class 1 (WO1) Esther Freeborn is to become the first female bandmaster in the history of the Bands of the Household Cavalry.

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Soldier from 1 RIFLES killed in Afghanistan

By Sharon Black

It is with great sadness that the Ministry of Defence must announce that a soldier from 1st Battalion The Rifles (1 RIFLES) was killed in Afghanistan on Wednesday 14 September 2011.

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RAF Tornados destroy former regime vehicles in Libya

By Sharon Black

During an armed reconnaissance patrol over Sebha in southern Libya yesterday morning, Royal Air Force Tornado GR4s located a number of former regime armoured vehicles occupying dug-in positions near the town.

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New armour steel showcased at DSEi

By Sharon Black

A new high-performance armour steel that will be used to protect vehicles on the front line was showcased at the Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEi) event today.

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Royal Navy Observer clocks up 6,000 helicopter flying hours

By Sharon Black

A Lynx helicopter flight commander embarked on Type 45 destroyer HMS Daring has achieved 6,000 hours of helicopter flight.

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HMS Scott ready to deploy

By Sharon Black

The Royal Navy’s deep-water ocean survey vessel HMS Scott has returned to sea and is ready to deploy following a maintenance and training period.

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Armed Forces online mental health forum launched

By Sharon Black

When it comes to dealing with mental health issues, UK Service personnel, veterans and their families now have access to specialised online help and support.

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2 PARA in Ukraine for Exercise Rapid Trident

By Sharon Black

Personnel from 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment (2 PARA) joined military parachutists from around the globe to exercise in Ukraine. Report by Joe Clapson.

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RAF suppliers and movers vital to Libya operation

By Sharon Black

As NATO continues its mission in Libya, RAF suppliers and movers ensure that personnel can operate at a tempo not seen since the Second World War.

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Royal Marines help Afghan locals pitch in

By Sharon Black

With the help of 45 Commando Royal Marines, a friendly football match between two amateur teams from neighbouring villages has taken place in Zarghun Kalay in the Nad ‘Ali district of Helmand province.

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Royal Marines help secure Afghan village

By Sharon Black

A ground-breaking ceremony has taken place in Loy Mandeh Kalay in Afghanistan, after Royal Marines from 42 Commando worked for months to make it safe.

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Defence Secretary addresses DSEi

By Sharon Black

Defence Secretary Dr Liam Fox has addressed delegates at the Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEi) event which is taking place at the ExCeL Centre in London this week.

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Royal Marines celebrate Eid with Afghan soldiers

By Sharon Black

Last week, to celebrate Eid, which marks the end of Ramadan, the Afghan National Army (ANA) hosted an event for local elders in Helmand and invited their Royal Marines mentors from 42 Commando along too.

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Body armour saves UK soldiers in Helmand fire fight

By Sharon Black

Osprey body armour and ballistic protection saved the lives of two British soldiers when they came under attack in southern Afghanistan.

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HMS Dauntless visits London

By Sharon Black

HMS Dauntless became the first of the Royal Navy’s new Type 45 destroyers to visit the capital when she sailed up the Thames on Saturday to the ExCeL Centre in London’s Docklands.

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RAF Tornados conduct more long-range strikes in Libya

By Sharon Black

British aircraft have again conducted long-range strikes against some of Colonel Gaddafi’s remaining military bases, as NATO continues with Operation UNIFIED PROTECTOR to enforce United Nations Security Council Resolution 1973.

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Army engineers give Afghan soldiers infrastructure training

By Sharon Black

Soldiers from 24 Commando Engineer Regiment have trained a team of Afghan National Army (ANA) troops in how to carry out major infrastructure projects without ISAF help.

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British Army engineers give Afghan soldiers heavy equipment training

By Sharon Black

Soldiers from 24 Commando Engineer Regiment have trained a team of Afghan National Army (ANA) troops to operate the heavy construction vehicles used in major infrastructure projects such as road-building.

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Ofsted report into welfare and care of recruits published

By Sharon Black

The third annual Ofsted report on the effectiveness of welfare and duty of care for recruits and trainees in Armed Forces initial training was published today.

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RAF aircraft target a former regime compound in Libya

By Sharon Black

Royal Air Force aircraft yesterday participated in a long-range mission, targeting a military vehicle depot at a former regime compound located near Sebha.

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Army engineers exercise in Cyprus

By Sharon Black

Troops from 7 Air Assault Battalion Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) are currently in Cyprus taking part in Exercise Lion Sun.

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HMS Somerset takes over from HMS Monmouth in the Middle East

By Sharon Black

Royal Navy frigate HMS Somerset has recently taken over duties from sister ship HMS Monmouth in the Middle East.

Month: September 2011

Public urged not to send Xmas mail to theatre

Merlin helicopter bound for Middle East operations

Death of Fusilier Dean Griffiths in Kent

Up-armoured vehicles begin Afghanistan operations

Navy’s newest Astute Class submarine named

Air Marshal Sir Stuart Peach appointed first Commander Joint Forces Command

First female bandmaster for Household Cavalry

Soldier from 1 RIFLES killed in Afghanistan

RAF Tornados destroy former regime vehicles in Libya

New armour steel showcased at DSEi

Royal Navy Observer clocks up 6,000 helicopter flying hours

HMS Scott ready to deploy

Armed Forces online mental health forum launched

2 PARA in Ukraine for Exercise Rapid Trident

RAF suppliers and movers vital to Libya operation

Royal Marines help Afghan locals pitch in

Royal Marines help secure Afghan village

Defence Secretary addresses DSEi

Royal Marines celebrate Eid with Afghan soldiers

Body armour saves UK soldiers in Helmand fire fight

HMS Dauntless visits London

RAF Tornados conduct more long-range strikes in Libya

Army engineers give Afghan soldiers infrastructure training

British Army engineers give Afghan soldiers heavy equipment training

Ofsted report into welfare and care of recruits published

RAF aircraft target a former regime compound in Libya

Army engineers exercise in Cyprus

HMS Somerset takes over from HMS Monmouth in the Middle East

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