Wednesday 15 December 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 15 December

A New Hotline Is Launched For Bullying, Harassment And Discrimination Complaints
The Hotline, which is on 01264 381 922 or military 94391 7922, launches in the first week of January

The 2010 Army Sports Awards Were Held In Andover
Maj Gen Christopher Elliott talked us through the reustls and announced the date for the 2011 20:20 cricket at Lords

Make Sure You Take Care Driving In Winter Conditions
Defence Master Driver WO1 Ian Phillips gave tips for safer driving

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
Task Force Helmand Spokesman Lt Col David Eastman spoke about spending Christmas in Theatre

Thursday 2 December 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 1 December

Send Donations Not Parcels To Our Troops In Theatre This Christmas
That was the message from Maj Fee Scotter who explained about the Christmas Box Campaign for Armed Forces

The Winners Of 2010 Army Photographic Competition
Josette linked up live with Maj Neal Peckham at the Awards ceremony for an exclusive report on the contenders - and the winners

A Report On Mental Health Issues Facing Serving And Ex-serving Personnel Is Released
Maj Emma Ainsworth discussed the recommendations made by Dr Andrew Murrison

An Update From The AFF
Catherine Spencer spoke about the report on this year's AFF Conference in London - all the details are in the Winter Edition of the AFF Journal, along with other great articles and giveaways!

Wednesday 3 November 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 3 November

The Nominees For The 2nd Army Sports Awards Are Revealed Live And Exclusively On The Programme
The Secretary Army Sport Control Board Lt Col Chris Harris gave an exclusive interview and named the nominees for this year's Awards along with the winners of the Team Award

Armistice Day And Remembrance Sunday Are Still Important Today
The Venerable Stephen Robbins QHC The Chaplain General spoke about the meaning of 11:11

The Afghan Appeal Fund Wins Hearts And Minds
Lady Caroline Richards, wife of the new CDS, talked about the incredible work of the Afghanistan Appeal Fund

An Update From The AFF
Katherine Houlston spoke about her work for the AFF as their Foreign and Commonwealth specialist

Wednesday 20 October 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 20 October

The Army Is Providing Education And Support In Weight Management
Lt Col Anthony Rock discussed the help available to soldiers battling weight

New Technology Is Being Introduced To Aid Learning
Maj Richard Gill explained how the latest technology is improving learning - and saving money

The Lure Of Tanks
Director of the Tank Museum in Bovington, Richard Smith, spoke about the incredible exhibitions at the Museum

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
Lt Col David Eastman gave an update from Helmand

Friday 8 October 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 6 October

A Birds-eye View Of 16 Air Assault's Deployment To Afghanistan
Col Neil Sexton of Joint Helicopter Command discussed 16 Air Assault's preparation and deployment

The Army Is Still Recruiting
That was the message from Recruiting Group's Col Jonathan Calder-Smith

Army Squash Is On The Look Out For Corps Competitors
Army Secretary for Cricket and Squash Col Peter Sharland explained we can look forward to this season in Army squash

An Update From The AFF
Catherine Spencer spoke about the success of this year's AFF Conference in London

Wednesday 15 September 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 15 September

There Is Help And Advice If You Have Financial Worries
Maj Emma Ainsworth discussed Financial Management and Debt Support

The New Operational Fitness Test Has Now Been Rolled Out
After 2 years of trials the Test is to be continued

As The Weather Changes, Soldiers Need To Be Aware Of Cold Weather Injuries
Cpt Steve Caldwell SO3 Health Promotion spoke about symptoms and prevention

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
Chief of Staff Maj Aaron Reid spoke about the work of 21 Engineer Regiment

Wednesday 1 September 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 1 September

The Role Of The TA Has Continued To Change Over The Last 10 Years
Col Stephen Potter spoke about the effect on TA recruiting

A Tri-Service Team Of Windsurfers Will Be Circumnavigating The Isle Of Wight For Charity
The Forces Windsurfing Challenge 2010 will be an extraordinary challenge

Do You Have A GEM For The MoD
Stuart Laws explained the scheme that recognises and rewards idea for improving efficiency and organisation

An Update From The AFF
Catherine Spencer discussed the upcoming Conference in London

Wednesday 4 August 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 4 August

Further Education Bursaries Are Of Benefit To Both Soldiers And The Army
Maj Matt Ketterer explained how they worked, and who was entitled to receive them

A New Book Entitled "Kut 1916" Has Been Released
Written by Col Patrick Crowley, it is a fascinating insight into the campaign

An Army Library Can Supply You With Books Via The Web
Tim Ward of the Prince Consort's Library spoke about this innovative service

An Update From The AFF
Chief Executive Julie McCarthy spoke about the challenges of moving

Wednesday 21 July 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 21 July

Families' Activity Breaks (FAB) Is An Initiative To Support Bereaved Service Families
Maj Fee Scotter gave details of the week-long breaks [more info at fabcamps.org.uk]

There Are 2 Military Personnel Based In Uganda
We linked up live to Uganda to find out about their work there

The Museum Of Army Flying Is Still Making History
Susan Lindsay discussed the work of the museum and the future of it's exhibitions

We Link Up Live To Afghanistan
Lt Abby Clayton provided the monthly update live from theatre

Wednesday 7 July 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 7 July

The Army Is Still Heavily Recruiting
Maj Tom Smith spoke about the Army’s Outreach Activities and On-Line Office

An Award Winning Film Producer Talks About Military Films Which Help Soldiers And Their Families
Alasdair Goulden has won four awards for his film about Coroner’s Inquests

The British Army Is "Doing Alright"
The Army website war re-launched in June

An Update From The Army Families Federation
Chief Executive Julie McCarthy promoted this years AFF Conference in September

Wednesday 16 June 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Wilton" - Wednesday 16 June

The NATO Allied Rapid Reaction Corps Based In Germany Returns To The UK
Lt Col Mark Wenham spoke about the work of ARRC and what the move will mean to its mission

Status Quo Are Amongst The Guests Who Will Be Appearing At The Corps Of Army Music's Summer Events
Cpt Paul Wilman provided an interesting insight into this year's concerts at Kneller Hall

Uniform To Work Day Takes Place On Friday 25 June
Maj Alan Frost talked about the importance of the annual event

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
This month, Josette spoke with WO1 Justin Spreadborough, RSM of the C-IED Task Force

Wednesday 2 June 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Upavon" - Wednesday 2 June

A New Pamphlet Which Gives Guidance On Medical Downgrading
Col Mark Abraham discussed the Army's new policies

Language And Cultural Training Is Available For Soldiers Going Into Theatre
Maj Pauric Newland explained how and why this training is so important

A Look At The Science Behind Continuous Attitude Surveys
Psychologist Meera Nayaar spoke about her work with the Directorate of Army Personnel Strategy

Why Army Recruiters Have To Go To School
WO1 Fred Boucher provided insight into training at the School of Army Recruiting in Bovington

Thursday 20 May 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Wilton" - Wednesday 19 May

AG Talks About How The New Army Recovery Capability Will Improve The Way The Army Manages Sick And Injured Personnel
AG Lt Gen Mark Mans discussed the Capability and also gave some insight into the new Army Living Strategy

The Co-founder of Help For Heroes Bryn Parry Reveals The Charity's Future Plans For Aiding Wounded Soldiers
It started with the aim of building a swimming pool, but two and a half years on the charity is providing help to soldiers across the country

The Lure Of Kite Surfing
Chairman of AKSA Lt Col Mark Smyth spoke about the new Army sport

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
Cpt Jon Gilbody spoke about life and work in Lashkar Gah

Wednesday 5 May 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Upavon" - Wednesday 5 May

A New Army Sport Policy Will See More Time Allocated To Sport
Lt Col Charles Bromley-Gardner provided the details

Personnel Research Can Help Improve Your Life
Col (rtd) David Wynne-Davies explained how research is used

The Armed Forces Muslin Conference Has Been Held At Amport House
Col Mark Abraham discussed the importance of this and other such conferences

An Update From The Army Families Federation
GB Director Jill Baines came into the Upavon studio

Wednesday 21 April 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Wilton" - Wednesday 21 April

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
Lt Col James Carr-Smith spoke about life for the new Brigade now in situ

HQLF Officially Moves To Andover In June
Col David Hutchison gave an update on Project Hyperion

A New Land Forces EOD & Search Branch Has Been Formed And New EOD Operator Courses Are Now Running
The new branch was set up at the beginning of the year and they are looking for Defence EOD Operators

We Link Up Live With BATUS In Canada
Maj Tom Holloway provided insight into the world of BATUS

Wednesday 7 April 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Upavon" - Wednesday 7 April

Attitude Surveys Help To Improve Life For Soldiers And Their Families
Col (rtd) David Wynne-Davies discussed why Attitude Surveys are so important

The APTC Celebrates Its 150th Anniversary
Formed in 1860 by just 12 men, Lt Col Danny Bryan explained the history of the Corps

The First Annual Army Sports Awards Will Be Held On 28th April
Four categories will be contested at the ceremony in London

An Update From The Army Families Federation
Chief Executive Julie McCarthy came into the Upavon studio

Thursday 18 March 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Wilton" - Wednesday 17 March

Force Operational Readiness Mechanism (FORM) Changes To Campaign FORM
Maj Adam Wolfe explained how this will affect soldiers preparing for theatre

On St Patrick's Day, It's A Chat With 1 Irish Guards In Kenya
W02 Steven McMichael attempted to talk to us whilst on exercise

A Look At Buddhism In the Army
There are around 2,600 Buddhists in the British Army

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
In our monthly update live from theatre, Lt Col David Wakefield talked about Relief In Place and the work for those Units taking over

Saturday 6 March 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Upavon" - Wednesday 3 March

10 March is No Smoking Day
Maj Moira Dixson spoke about the events which will be taking place - and where you can get help to quit the habit

We Have An Update On The Work Of The Army Inspectorate
Brig Robert Purdy discussed who they speak to and the difference it makes

There Are Changes To Junior Entry
Maj Jan van der Pol provided an update

A New Charity Is Announced For The Chaplain General's Project
The Widows' Association will be this years beneficiary

Wednesday 17 February 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Wilton" - Wednesday 17 February

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
In our monthly update live from theatre, Lt Col Andrew Cullen spoke about Operation Moshtarak and Embedded Partnering

Changes Are Made To Policy On The Management Of Sick And Injured Personnel
Col Andy Mason discussed the affect on some soldiers along with the new Army Recovery Capability

Families Activity Breaks Are Rolled Out After Last Year's Successful Pilot
Maj Fee Scotter explained about the holidays available to support bereaved Service families

We Link Up Live To Kosovo
Advisor to the Commander of the Kosovo Security Force Col Andrew Cuthbert explained his work out there

Thursday 4 February 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Upavon" - Wednesday 3 February

The Army Benevolent Fund Revamps To Become ABF - The Soldiers' Charity
Brig (rtd) David Shaw spoke about the charities new profile

A New Home Ownership Pilot Scheme Is Launched To The Armed Forces
Tim Wilcocks revealed how it will help soldiers buy their own property

A Look At How Soldiers Are Working With The Prince's Trust
Maj Marianne Cursons explained how you could get involved

Army Families Federation Update
Sue Davies came into the studio to give the AFF's monthly update

Wednesday 20 January 2010

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Wilton" - Wednesday 20 January

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
In our monthly update live from theatre, Lt Col Roly Walker spoke about the work of 1 Grenadier Guards

A Look At The Changing Role Of The Adjutant General
Lt Gen Mark Mans discussed his appointment and what it involves

Have You Got What It Takes To Join The "300 Club"?
Maj Moira Dixon promoted to the new fitness challenge for soldiers

We Link Up Live To Brunei
Cpt Barry Igoe gave an insight into life for soldiers and their families in Brunei