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  • 3 SCOTS enjoy homecoming parade in Inverness

    Soldiers from 3rd Battalion The Royal Regiment of Scotland (3 SCOTS) received a rapturous reception as they took part in a homecoming parade in Inverness on Wednesday.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • RAF Tornados in seven-hour mission to defend ISAF troops in Afghanistan

    RAF Tornado GR4 aircraft from 617 'The Dambusters' Squadron have helped to defend US and Afghan forces from an insurgent attack as part of a marathon mission lasting over seven hours.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • 50 years of Commando comics celebrated at National Army Museum

    For the last five decades, the storybook heroes in DC Thomson’s Commando comics have been locked in mortal combat with the ‘Hun’ or fighting…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • MOD industry event opens door to England and Wales regional primes

    The event was held in the Defence Capability Centre at the Defence Academy in Shrivenham, and focused on three new regional prime contracts …

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • MOD Information Excellence Awards celebrate those who make a difference

    The best in inspiring leadership, innovation and exemplary practice have been recognised in the inaugural MOD Information Excellence Awards.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Defence Secretary announces £70m for Afghan security forces

    He made the announcement at a meeting of NATO Foreign and Defence Ministers in Brussels. The funding will be kept under review and will come…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Wycombe Council signs Community Covenant with RAF station

    Wycombe District Councillors and the Executive Officers of RAF High Wycombe came together on Monday 16 April to sign an Armed Forces Community Covenant.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • BFPO postcode solution improves access to online services for those based overseas

    The MOD, British Forces Post Office (BFPO) and Royal Mail have worked together to introduce UK-style postcodes for the 100,000 personnel and…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Plymouth accepts honour of hosting 2012 Armed Forces Day national celebrations

    Today the city of Plymouth officially accepted the honour of hosting the Armed Forces Day national celebrations for 2012 as the official flag was delivered to the city.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Sapper Connor Ray dies from wounds sustained in Afghanistan

    It is with great sadness that the Ministry of Defence confirms that Sapper Connor Ray from 33 Engineer Regiment (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) died in hospital in Birmingham on 18 April 2012 from wounds sustained in Afghanist…

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  • 1 Medical Regiment receive Afghanistan medals

    Combat medics from 1 Medical Regiment have been presented with their Operational Service Medals after returning from a demanding tour in Afghanistan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British Forces News is now available to watch in the UK

    British Forces News is currently transmitted in 17 countries every weeknight at 1830hrs CET (Central European Time) on BFBS1 and to Royal Navy…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Red Arrows displays to mark opening of the 2012 Olympics

    As the countdown to the 2012 Olympic Games hits 100 days it has been announced that the Red Arrows will perform throughout the UK as part of the opening celebrations.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Soldier from 33 Engineer Regiment (EOD) dies of wounds sustained in Afghanistan

    It is with great sadness that the Ministry of Defence must announce that a soldier from 33 Engineer Regiment (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) died today, 18 April 2012, at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, from wounds su…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Gurkhas demonstrate skills in New Zealand

    Members of 2nd Battalion The Royal Gurkha Rifles (2 RGR) have staged an open day for diplomats and New Zealand Defence Force personnel.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Putrajaya forum

    Speech by Gerald Howarth, Minister for International Security Strategy.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • HMS Westminster makes huge drugs haul

    The Portsmouth-based warship intercepted a suspicious dhow in the Indian Ocean, seizing over 70 bales containing more than 180kg of pure heroin…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Newcastle gunners receive Afghanistan medals

    Members of 132 Battery, 39 Regiment Royal Artillery, recently received their Afghanistan Operational Service Medals at their Albemarle Barracks home in Newcastle upon Tyne.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Royal Gibraltar Regiment takes up ceremonial duties

    The Royal Gibraltar Regiment has left its base on the Rock to take up ceremonial duties in London.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • 16 Air Assault Brigade practises airborne skills

    Soldiers from 16 Air Assault Brigade are training to maintain their role as the British Army's Rapid Reaction Force.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government