DOCSLIB.ORG

THE Wire the Magazine of the Royal Corps of Signals

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
THE Wire the Magazine of the Royal Corps of Signals THEwire June 2017 The Magazine of The Royal Corps of Signals Corps Formation: 28th June 1920 Corps Motto: Certa Cito Contents White Helmets Training June 2017 Volume 71 No: 3 Camp and Opening Show See pages 20-21 FEATURES DSCIS LEARN Network 10 Exercise LIGHTNING STRIKE 18 Royal Signals Motorcycle Display Team 20 2017 Corps Calendar 48 RSBF Corps Subscription Update 55 Blandford Garrison Golf Society 93 The WCIT 25th Anniversary 99 Photo by History of Signalling in 100 Objects 113 Basia Howard-Harwood 10 Sig Regt on Exercise JEBEL TIGER REGULARS See pages 33-39 News from Training 2 News from Formations 16 News from Regiments 22 News from Squadrons 82 Other Units 86 Lost Comms 100 Royal Signals Association 110 Last Post 112 Reunions 112 SPORT/ADVENTURE TRAINING 14 Sig Regt on exercise Exercise APHRODITE SKI RIPPER 96 See pages 40-41 Exercise DRAGON ALDERNEY WINTER 98 Exercise DRAGON CRUSADER SKI 100 Photo by LCpl Dobson, 226 Sig Sqn Exercise COCKNEY SWIFT PISTE 101 Exercise DRAGON CHILEAN VOLCANO 102 Exercise NORTHERN SKI CHALLENGE 1 106 Exercise DRAGON BAHRAIN ICE 108 Front Cover: White Helmets Opening Show. Photo by Basia Howard-Harwood Back Cover: 226 Sig Sqn on patrol in Sennybridge. Photo by LCpl Dobson, 226 Sig Sqn Note from the Editor It has been a busy couple of months here at The Wire, with many units moving to the new image-led layout and we hope you will agree that the articles are looking great and better reflecting the many tasks, roles and great individuals of the Corps. The Royal Signals Motorcycle The Royal Signals Motorcycle Display Team held Display Team 2017 their Opening Show on 8 April, all the details and by LCpl Dayne Ryan 2017 Final Season Training Camp Despite the news that the team will disband after the pictures can be found on page 20-21. Visit their face 2017 season, it has continued to show its class and professionalism in its march into this its final and 90th year. We begin by welcoming two new riders in the form of Cpl Paul Day and Signaller Luke Timmins who arrived late January and two returning members, Signaller Simon Opening Show off with the incredible sight of the book page (White Helmets The Royal Signals Sumpter and Cpl Robert Hitchmough to join the rest of famous 6-bike fan sailing around the the team in preparation for this year’s training camp, held With the sun shining on the arena for what could be the final time at Dalton Barracks, Oxfordshire. With six weeks of tough, morning of 8 April everything in glorious fashion. Once the show physical training on the unforgiving undulating terrain of was looking promising for the was complete it was time to head Motorcycle Display Team) if you would like to know Dalton Airfield the team were put through its paces to opening show later that day. to the after function and awards quickly get back up to the high standards set the previous A few pre-show jitters from ceremony. The award for Best First year. Being headed by our Chief Instructor Cpl Adam the two new riders started to Year Rider was presented to Cpl Huber and Chief Mechanic Cpl Mal Cooper the new riders creep in but a firm reassuring Paul Day, the Riders Rider Award were quickly integrated into the team and shown the from the existing team ensured was given to LCpl Grant Fraser, and where you can see them as they complete their final ropes by the current experienced members, both showing the two entered the day with finally the presentation of the most a solid aptitude for display riding as they got to grips with vigour and a strong sense of self prestigious award the Eldon Trophy, exactly how the team goes about doing its job in the long belief befitting that of the team named after Cpl Paul ‘Ely’ Eldon build-up towards the 2017 opening show on April 8. itself. Once again it prepared to who tragically passed away on the season with the closing ceremony on 30 September show exactly what it was famous way to a show in August 1997. This As the weeks of training camp went on the team for and why it takes, courage, is presented to those who have improved its skill set and showed exactly why it was the discipline, respect for others, given the most to the team over the longest serving display team in the world. Even with the integrity, loyalty, and selfless course of the season and this year’s strongest of efforts of Storm Doris the team still got the commitment. All the key values presentation went to Cpl Adam 2017 at Blandford. job at hand done and dusted with the opening show just of a soldier, to be a strong Huber, and was made by Cpl Eldon’s round the corner. functioning member of the mother Mrs Pat Barnfield and sister team as all 23 members worked Mrs Judith Whatley, as a mark of together to give a historic and respect to show the true prestige memorable display. the team past and present hold this award in. All in all a fantastic day As per the previous 89 years, enjoyed by all involved and a great the opening show roared way to start the 2017 season. into life as the bikes entered Read what OCdt Bennett thought of Ex LIGHTNING the arena to the sound of Photo by Phil Osment The first couple of weeks after the applause from the hundreds of opening show involved the team fans in attendance, some who taking trips to both Lytham St Anne had travelled the length of the in the Northwest for the St George’s country just to witness what Day Festival and somewhere slightly STRIKE; an annual exercise which puts UOTC teams would be the final presentation more local at the Abbey Hill Steam of the famous White Helmets Rally over in Yeovil. We have had to the new members. Midway a fantastic reception from all through the show after crowds in attendance and the team from universities across the UK, through some demonstrating the key skills continues to give a great account on a motorcycle, including the for itself showing that despite the traditional fire jump with the teams disbandment at the end of OC, Capt Jon McLelland leading the season, nothing will deter their the line first through the flames professionalism and pride as both arduous activities over a weekend in February, on both Cpl Paul Day and Signaller riders and soldiers as they continue to Luke Timmins were awarded their wow the public up and down the country with dazzling White Helmets, culminating in huge applause from both displays and eye catching performances. The season's families, friends, and ex-team members bearing the fruits highlight will undoubtedly be another visit to the Isle page 2. of over two months of hard training all leading up to this of Man for the TT races just around the corner in June, moment. The rest of the show retained the standard of when the team will show exactly why they are as famous its predecessors, showing a high level of skill, finishing as they are. Photo by Basia Howard-Harwood 20 [email protected] JUNE 2017 21 On 4 May The Worshipful Company of Information Technologists (WCIT) celebrated its 25th Anniversary as the 100th Livery Company of the City of London and a number of key guests from the HQ R SIGNALS were in attendance. The Corps of Royal Signals has been affiliated with the WCIT since 1992 and they have honoured many of the Corps’ personnel with awards including the IT Apprentice Medal and offered its Journeyman Scheme for joining the WCIT Livery Company. See page 99 for the article. As a reminder to all Units please make a note of the contribution deadline dates, listed below; late articles will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances. All submissions will be acknowledged by e-mail, ensure you confirm receipt if you do not receive an e-mail. If Units experience any problems submitting articles or images do get in touch as we have various alternative methods. Editor: Amy Petersen Subscriptions: [email protected] (preferred for submissions) All enquiries regarding subscriptions and changes of Mil: 94371 2817 Civ: 01258 482817 address should be made to Jess Lawson on Mil: 94371 2087 Civ: 01258 482087 or [email protected] SO3 Digital Communication and Publications: Stephanie Hamlett Last Post: [email protected] These will be inserted free to all past and present Mil: 94371 2818 Civ: 01258 482818 members of the Corps. RHQ R SIGNALS, Griffin House, Blandford Contents: Camp, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8RH Authors alone are responsible for the content of their articles. The opinions expressed in the Articles: articles of this publication are those of the indiv- Please email submissions in Microsoft Word format, idual authors and do not necessarily reflect the together with related photographs to the e-mail policy and views, official or otherwise, of the addresses above. Digital images should be in JPEG Royal Corps of Signals or the Ministry of Defence. format, kept separate (and not embedded within the All articles and submissions are published at the article) and supplied with captions. discretion of the Editor. This publication may contain official information and should be treated Contribution Deadlines: with discretion. 15th February for publication in the April edition. 15th April for publication in the June. Advertising: 15th June for publication in the August. All communications regarding commercial 15th August for publication in the October.
Load more

Recommended publications
  • We Love Doing Fun Stuff and We Want the World to Join Us and Have Fun Too!
    We love doing fun stuff and we want the world to join us and have fun too! Below are some of the most popular activities we currently offer; Archery - Calling all Robin Hood Wannabees. The session starts with full instruction on how to load, aim and fire arrows using a recurve bow. Minimum age 8 years old With bows and arrows at the ready, our instructors will guide you through handling the equipment before you head out onto the range. You will learn everything from the basics through to perfecting your technique, enabling even first-time archers to leave us looking like a professional! Air rifle shooting - Ready, aim, fire! Enjoy this fun and challenging target shooting event and learn how to shoot at various targets. Your session starts with a safety briefing and tuition on how to hit the targets and perfect your aim. Now let's see if you have what it takes to hit the bullseye. Minimum age 8 years old Regardless of whether you want to learn how to shoot and become a top shot, you're sure to have a great day out! Come and enjoy our fun and challenging target shooting event and learn how to shoot at a range of different targets. Crossbow - Like any target sport, you’ll need a steady hand and nerves of steel, but crossbows are perfect for complete beginners (however, little boys with apples on their heads are not allowed). You’ll receive a safety briefing followed by tuition from our sharp- shooting instructors. Once everyone’s familiar with their weapons, there’ll be a practice shoot to hone your skills and then it’s competition time.
    [Show full text]
  • TV Broadcasts from Orienteering Sport in a Exciting and Understandable Way - Today and Tomorrow
    TV broadcasts from orienteering TV broadcasts from orienteering sport in a exciting and understandable way - today and tomorrow This report is part of the EVINN Eventbased Innovation project from Interreg IVA Raffael Huber, Institut für Angewandte Medienwissenschaft ZHAW Winterthur EUROPEISKA UNIONEN Europeiska Regionala Utvecklingsfonden EVINN Eventbased Innovation TV broadcasts from orienteering today and tomorrow Index 1 Abstract ................................................................................................................. 4 2 Description of orienteering .................................................................................. 5 3 Challenges and exciting aspects of orienteering .............................................. 8 4 Storytelling; theoretical approach ...................................................................... 9 4.1 Perceptive media .............................................................................................. 11 5 Storytelling in orienteering; practical approach .............................................. 12 5.1 Storytelling elements ....................................................................................... 13 5.1.1 Opening sequence ....................................................................................... 13 5.1.2 Route choice preview ................................................................................... 13 5.1.3 PoV footage and pre-produced trailers ......................................................... 14 5.1.4 GPS-Tracking
    [Show full text]
  • RAF Lyneham Since the Base Closure Was Announced in 2003
    Statement of Community Consultation Planning Application Document F | May 2013 Defence College of Technical Training Lyneham i Executive Summary This report set out how the development proposals have been informed through consultation with a wide range of stakeholders and the local community. The project team has undertaken detailed discussions with various Council departments, the Royal Wootton Bassett and Cricklade Area Board, Lyneham and Bradenstoke Parish Council and technical stakeholders (Natural England, English Heritage, Environment Agency and Highways Agency). In addition the local community has been consulted via a public exhibition in March 2013. A project website (www.mod.uk/lynehamplanning) was set up to keep interested parties informed and display exhibition material for those that could not make it the consultation event. The proposals have also been designed in close consultation with internal stakeholders. Subject matter experts from each of the current schools have worked closely with the MOD Defence Technical Training Change Programme Team (DTT CPT) and with DIO and its design team to develop a schedule of estate requirements, including building requirements and external training area requirements. The consultation process has confirmed and reinforced some of the initial understanding of the likely impacts of the development proposals and has assisted in addressing the key issues in discussions with technical stakeholders and through the completion of a number of technical assessments. Consultation will continue with the submission of the planning application. There will be continuing discussions and engagement with Wiltshire Council, Lyneham and Bradenstoke Parish Council and other local stakeholders, particularly through the Lyneham Steering Group. h:\projects-mod\32655 dttcp lyneham\4 general\4 planning\dctt application\part f community\community consultation May 2013 rr152.doc 32655rr152 ii Contents 1.
    [Show full text]
  • Update for Lyneham and Bradenstoke Parish Council April 2021
    Update for Lyneham and Bradenstoke Parish Council April 2021 Wiltshire Council COVID-19 Covid rates are continuing to fall slowly. In line with Government Easing of Lockdown restrictions, libraries and leisure centres are reopening with a restricted offering. RWB and Calne Libraries and leisure centres will be open but due to space limitations and volunteer availability, Lyneham library remains closed. Holiday Activity and Food Programme 2021 - FUEL Wiltshire Council is delivering a Holiday Activity and Food programme to eligible children on free school meals during the 2021 Easter, summer and Christmas school holiday periods. This starts on April 12th. For further information about the Holiday Activity and Food Programme in Wiltshire please email: [email protected]. COVID TESTING Wiltshire Council is still supporting the NHS Test sites. The NHS is offering FREE Covid home testing packs as part of the drive to control the spread of the virus. Get a test to do at home You can get rapid tests to do at home. You can collect up to 2 packs of 7 tests from a local pharmacy or test site: • find a pharmacy where you can collect rapid tests • find a test site where you can collect rapid tests You can get a pack of 7 tests sent to your home. Order rapid lateral flow home test kits on GOV.UK Wiltshire Wellbeing Hub The Wellbeing Hub can: • Put people in touch with community groups who can help collect and deliver essential supplies such as shopping or medication. • Help to access a priority online shopping slot with Tesco or Iceland.
    [Show full text]
  • Daily Report Monday, 24 April 2017 CONTENTS
    Daily Report Monday, 24 April 2017 This report shows written answers and statements provided on 24 April 2017 and the information is correct at the time of publication (07:24 P.M., 24 April 2017). For the latest information on written questions and answers, ministerial corrections, and written statements, please visit: http://www.parliament.uk/writtenanswers/ CONTENTS ANSWERS 11 Energy: Meters 18 ATTORNEY GENERAL 11 European Centre for Medium Attorney General: Security 11 Range Weather Forecasts: Location 18 BUSINESS, ENERGY AND INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY 12 Galileo System 19 Carbon Capture and Storage 12 Global Navigation Satellite Systems 19 Cement: Coal 13 Hydroelectric Power: Feed-in Coal Fired Power Stations: Tariffs 20 Carbon Emissions 13 Local Growth Deals 20 Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy: Manufacturing Industries: Data Protection 13 Calderdale 20 Department for Business, Minimum Wage: Enforcement 21 Energy and Industrial Strategy: Natural Gas 21 Freedom of Information 14 Nuclear Decommissioning Department for Business, Authority: Contracts 21 Energy and Industrial Strategy: Nuclear Decommissioning Procurement 14 Authority: Redundancy Pay 24 Department for Business, Parental Leave 24 Energy and Industrial Strategy: Secondment 14 Plastics: Coal 24 Direct Selling 16 Product Recalls and Safety Working Group 24 Directors: Conduct 16 Renewable Heat Incentive Employment Agency Scheme 25 Standards Inspectorate 17 Research: Israel 26 Energy Intensive Industries: Carbon Capture and Storage 17 Research: South East 26 Energy:
    [Show full text]
  • Cyril F Carey's Story
    ANZAC DAY 2014 - Commemoration The Christchurch earthquakes have shaken our lives and our memories. They have also unearthed many stories and it is thanks to the vigilance of a demolition crew that they did not throw away the tattered scrapbook found in the debris of a house last year but returned it to its family. That scrapbook provided the basis for the commemoration today. Lieutenant Cyril Fuller Carey Died of wounds November 7th 1916 Sling Camp, Salisbury Plain, England Cyril Fuller Carey was born in 1891, the second son of Mr and Mrs A F Carey, owners of Carey’s Ready Money store in Christchurch with Mr Carey being a well-known draper. Cyril attended Christchurch Boys’ High School in 1906 and 1907 and left school to join the Union Steam Ship Company as a cadet on the training ship Dartford. He trained at sea for several years and in 1912 left to follow ‘farming pursuits near Blenheim’. The outbreak of war saw Cyril join up, and while little is known of his training, he is listed as a Second Lieutenant in the 12th(Nelson) Infantry Regiment which left New Zealand in March 1916 as part of the 10th Reinforcements of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force. The regiment spent a brief time in Egypt before moving to England to a camp on the Salisbury Plain known as Sling Camp. This was home to over 4000 NZ troops and served as a training ground for troops being sent to France and as a rehabilitation centre. The site is now overlooked by the Bulford Kiwi, carved by the soldiers into the limestone hill above the camp.
    [Show full text]
  • Welfare and Duty of Care in Armed Forces Initial Training Ofsted’S Report to the Minister for Defence People and Veterans
    Welfare and duty of care in Armed Forces initial training Ofsted’s report to the Minister for Defence People and Veterans Welfare and duty of care in Armed Forces initial training May 2019, No. 190011 1 Contents Ministerial foreword 4 Background 8 Key recommendations for improvement 11 Regular training 11 Reserves training 12 University Officer Training Corps training 13 The progress made by establishments since their previous inspections 14 Detailed findings 15 Summary statement of key weaknesses 15 Outcomes for recruits and trainees – Regular training establishments 16 Outcomes for recruits and trainees – Reserve training establishments 19 Outcomes for recruits and trainees – University Officer Training Corps 21 Impact and effectiveness of arrangements for and management of welfare and duty of care – Regular training establishments 23 Impact and effectiveness of arrangements for and management of welfare and duty of care – Reserve training establishments and parent units 29 Impact and effectiveness of arrangements for and management of welfare and duty of care – University Officer Training Corps 32 Summary reports in date order – Regular establishments 34 Army Training Centre (Pirbright) 34 RAF Honington 37 MoD Lyneham (Defence School of Electronic and Mechanical Engineering and the School of Army Aeronautical Engineering) 39 RAF Halton Recruit Training Squadron 42 Army Training Unit, Northern Ireland (ATU (NI)) 44 25 Training Regiment 46 11th (Royal School of Signals) Signal Regiment 49 Army Training Regiment Grantham (ATR(G)) 52 HMS Collingwood 54 Defence School of Transport, Leconfield 56 HMS Raleigh 58 HMS Sultan 61 Summary reports in date order – Reserve establishments 63 Royal Marines Reserves, Scotland (Belfast Detachment) 63 206 (Ulster) Battery, Royal Artillery 66 502 (Ulster) Squadron Royal Auxiliary Air force 68 Welfare and duty of care in Armed Forces initial training May 2019, No.
    [Show full text]
  • BRGC Newsletter October 2019
    October, 2019 BRGC Monthly Newsletter Inside this issue: WILLIAM HORNEMAN 05/29/1958 -- 10/10/2019 William Horneman 1 Please keep Bill's family in your thoughts and prayers. Bill had filled out an application for mem- 1 Samuel Cerone Jr. bership in 2016 but due to unfortunate circumstances on his part he was not able to join untill Trap Range 1 July/August of this year. Tragically Bill was never able to enjoy our Club or our members. Club Elections 1 Steel Plates 1 SAMUEL G CERONE JR. Sam, a club member since 1959, was presented for Life membership at our September Pig Roast Photos 1 meeting per our By laws and will be on at tonight’s (October) meeting. Trap Championship 1 Veteran’s Day 2 TRAP RANGE IS OPEN Top Shot Winners 2 We shoot Mondays starting at 5pm and Sundays starting at 10am. To Do List 2 Trap is open to guests/non members @ $5.00 per round. No charge for members Boy Scouts 2 Contact Mike Hall for info 845 527 5229 Fish Fry Photos 2 2019 CLUB ELECTIONS Bunny Clark 5 Candidates for Officer (one year term) are as follows; Big Horn Contest 6 President Tony Sorrentino Boy Scouts 7 Vice President Bob Vogel Sr. Youth Hunt 1&7 Treasurer Allen Somer Archery News 8 Financial Sec John Mazza Recording Sec Bob Bready Candidates for Director (two year term) four open spots are as follows; Pete Crisci Brian Hetherly Gene Hecht Ron D'Aprile Because all candidates are running unopposed, the President will instruct the recording Sec to cast one ballot for each.
    [Show full text]
  • 2012 Blue Press
    May 2016 theBlueBlue PressPress$2.95 U.S./$3.95 Canada Julie Golob: The EverEver (and OnlyFIRST Female) Six-Division USPSA National Champion Page 48 Download our FREE Mobile App! See Page 4 DP 2 Dillon’sDillon’s RFRF 100100 3 AutomaticAutomatic PrimerPrimer FillerFiller Eliminates the need illon’s RF 100 Automatic Primer DFiller eliminates the task of fill- for primer pick-up tubes! ing primer pick up tubes. Now you simply pour your primers from their Fills the primer tube box into the top, press the blue but- ton and watch it run! while you reload! In about two minutes the primers are inside the protective metal hous- Clear polycarbonate shield ing. That’s about 30 rounds you can load while the RF 100 is doing your and protective housing work for you! The RF 100 is available for either large or small primers, and conver- sion kits are available at one low price of $47.95 each. Lg. Primer Filler N06-97077 $324.95 Sm. Primer Filler N06-97111 324.95 Lg. (Euro. 220v) N06-97112 334.95 Sm. (Euro. 220v) N06-97113 334.95 Sm. Conversion N06-17903 47.95 Lg. Conversion N06-17902 47.95 Nylon Packcloth Dust Cover N06-11143 14.95 4 What’s Inside: We READ Our Mail! aw your 2016 S[Modern-Day Mare’s Leg] arti- SHOT cle in The Blue Press, April edi- Show tion. WAY TO GO! These little pistols make a big dent when it comes to Page 10 protection and security. I can’t say enough about them.
    [Show full text]
  • Avon Valley College, Recreation Road, Durrington, SP4 8HH 1 Registered in England: 10163646
    Admissions Policy 2019-2020 Admissions Policy Page 1 of 8 November 2017 Salisbury Plain Academies. CEO: Tina Evans. Core Services Hub, Avon Valley College, Recreation Road, Durrington, SP4 8HH 1 Registered in England: 10163646 AVON VALLEY COLLEGE POLICY VERSION CONTROL SHEET POLICY NAME: Admissions Policy Policy Prepared by: Sam Johnston, Principal, Avon Valley College Document Filename Mtg Summary of changes required date submitted Nov 2017 Policy Review Date: October 2020 Admissions Policy Page 2 of 8 November 2017 Salisbury Plain Academies. CEO: Tina Evans. Core Services Hub, Avon Valley College, Recreation Road, Durrington, SP4 8HH 2 Registered in England: 10163646 ADMISSIONS POLICY 2019-2020 General Principles Avon Valley is a mixed comprehensive College for boys and girls of all abilities aged 11- 18. Avon Valley College is situated in the village of Durrington, ten miles from Salisbury and three miles from Stonehenge. Ethos At Avon Valley College we are committed to the principle of achievement for all. No young person would be prevented from admittance to the College provided that the College has the places and resources to meet their needs. We regard good behaviour, loyalty, respect for others, endeavour, team work and commitment as important attributes and expect our students to pursue excellence in all that they undertake. We ask all parents applying for a place at Avon Valley College to recognise and support this ethos and its importance to the College. Definitions and Details There is no guarantee of a place for children living in our priority admission area. The school will endeavour to provide places for pupils who live outside the priority admissions area whose parents wish them to attend Avon Valley College provided that they can be accommodated within the admissions limit.
    [Show full text]
  • Defence Infrastructure Organisation Contacts
    THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE CONSERVATION MAGAZINE Number 40 • 2011 Defending Development Recreating the Contemporary Operating Environment Satellite tracking gannets Bempton Cliffs, East Yorkshire Help for Heroes Tedworth House Conservation Group Editor Clare Backman Photography Competition Defence Infrastructure Organisation Designed by Aspire Defence Services Ltd Multi Media Centre Editorial Board John Oliver (Chairman) Pippa Morrison Ian Barnes Tony Moran Editorial Contact Defence Infrastructure Organisation Building 97A Land Warfare Centre Warminster Wiltshire BA12 0DJ Email: [email protected] Tel: 01985 222877 Cover image credit Winner of Conservation Group Photography Competition Melita dimidiata © Miles Hodgkiss Sanctuary is an annual publication about conservation of the natural and historic environment on the defence estate. It illustrates how the Ministry of Defence (MOD) is King penguin at Paloma Beach © Roy Smith undertaking its responsibility for stewardship of the estate in the UK This is the second year of the MOD window. This photograph has great and overseas through its policies Conservation Group photographic initial impact and a lovely image to take! and their subsequent competition and yet again we have had The image was captured by Hugh Clark implementation. It an excellent response with many from Pippingford Park Conservation is designed for a wide audience, wonderful and interesting photos. The Group. from the general public, to the Sanctuary board and independent judge, professional photographer David Kjaer Highly commended was the photograph people who work for us or (www.davidkjaer.com), had a difficult above of a king penguin at Paloma volunteer as members of the MOD choice but the overall winner was a beach, Falkland Islands, taken by Roy Conservation Groups.
    [Show full text]
  • Of 10 Army Basing Briefing Note for Town And
    Army Basing Briefing Note for Town and Parish Councils - Updated June 2016 Purpose: To advise Town and Parish Councils to be affected by the British Army Basing programme of further progress on the MOD’s Army Basing plans. Background: The Army Basing Review1 announced by the Secretary of State for Defence on 5 March 2013, takes its lead from the new Army 2020 Plan outlined in July 20122 . It comprises two key elements: 1. Reaction Forces – at readiness, capable of war-fighting 2. Adaptable Forces – capable of persistent engagement at home and overseas In addition, Force Troops Brigades will provide a range of capabilities (engineer, artillery and medical support) from a centralised pool of resources to support the above, as well as a coordination and control function for key tasks, e.g. overseas capacity building. The Basing Plan, which commenced implementation in 2014, relocates a number of army units throughout the UK as well as relocating all units from Germany by 2020.on completion of the programme the Regular Army will consist of 82,000 personnel. Army Basing In Wiltshire: Following the Army Basing Review, undertaken by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and released in March 2013, the MOD has announced that the Reaction Force Brigade Headquarters will be centred on the Salisbury Plain Training Area, with three Armoured Infantry Brigades. The Salisbury Plain Training Area is the only place in the country where the Army can carry out complex and demanding training exercises. It is envisaged, however, that there will only be a marginal increase in training activity on the Salisbury Plain due to the training area’s finite capacity and the MOD’s undertaking not to compromise the environmental sustainability of habitats and archaeology.
    [Show full text]