Author: Sharon Black

Off

Bomb disposal specialist wins hero award

By Sharon Black

An Army bomb disposal specialist who defused the greatest number of improvised explosive devices in one day during Op HERRICK 13 in Afghanistan has won the Forces Hero category of a Scottish newspaper’s ‘Our Heroes’ awards.

Off

Hague: insurgent activity in Helmand low

By Sharon Black

Within Helmand, levels of insurgent activity have remained particularly low over the last month compared to previous periods, the Foreign Secretary William Hague said in the Government’s latest monthly progress report on Afghanistan.

Off

Soldier presents cup at FA final

By Sharon Black

A British soldier presented the FA Cup to winners Manchester City after Saturday’s final, having being selected as the FA’s guest of honour for his inspirational leadership and selfless bravery in Afghanistan. Report by Lorraine McBride.

Off

HMS Liverpool fires on Gaddafi forces

By Sharon Black

The Commanding Officer of Royal Navy destroyer HMS Liverpool has praised his ‘cool and professional’ crew after they silenced a Libyan shore battery this week which had opened fire on the ship and its helicopter.