Wednesday 7 December 2011

Top Stories From "Army HQ Live From Andover" - Wednesday 7 December

Mediation Could Be The Way Ahead For Many Disputes
Maj Emma Hunter explained the role of mediation in the Army

Would You Consider Joining The TA?
WO2 Darren Fallowfield spoke about his move from the Regular Army to TA soldier

5 Awards Were Presented At The Army Sports Awards
Director Army Sport Control Board, Maj Gen Christopher Elliott revealed the winners

An Update From The AFF
Catherine Spencer asked for your feedback on the upcoming pay freeze and capping

Wednesday 16 November 2011

Top Stories From "Army HQ Live From Andover" - Wednesday 16 November

The Army Women's Network Is There To Support You
Launching on ArmyNet on 24 November, AWN is there to provide information for all

A Live Link Up With Afghanistan
CO Joint Fires Lt Col Tim Law gave an update live from theatre

How To Send Christmas Post To Your Soldier
Lt Col Ian Stark talks about the dos and don’ts of sending post to theatre

A New Website Will Help Army Spouses Find Work
Recruit for Spouses puts Army spouses and recruiting Companies together at recruitforspouses.co.uk

Wednesday 19 October 2011

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 19 October

The AFF Responds To The Continuity of Education Allowance Review
Catherine Spencer discussed the results of the Review which was published on 13th October

Make Sure You Are Safe On The Slopes
Lt Col (Rtd) Morton Burdick talked about ski safety after more than a 120 soldiers were injured on the slopes last season

A Live Update from Afghanistan
Maj Peter Powell 1 Yorks' 2IC spoke live from theatre

The RLC Excel On Horse Back
Maj Nigel Prescott reviewed the RLC Mounted Sports Club season

Wednesday 5 October 2011

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 5 October

There Are Exciting Changes To The Army Sports Lottery
Lt Col Chris Harris says there is more money and more membership options

Noise Induced Hearing Loss CAN Be Prevented
Listen to Sense is a new campaign which was launched on 1 October

An Update From The AFF
Catherine Spencer talks about the feedback from the AFF roadshows

The British Army Competes Internationally in . . . Elephant Polo
Major Cameron Humphreys explains why the sport is so important for all concerned

Wednesday 21 September 2011

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

The AFF Is On The Road
The Army Families Federation is holding a series of road shows to get your views and opinions on Army life

Celebrities On The Front Line
British Forces Foundation is a charity which sends celebrities out to theatre to help boost morale

Army Netball Is A Force To Be Reckoned With
Army Netball Captain Maj Laura White speaks about the sport

We Link Up With 4 Scots In Afghanistan
4 Scots The Highlanders' Chief of Staff Major Jim Louden gives an update from Afghanistan

Wednesday 7 September 2011

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

Helpful Tips For When Your Soldier Returns
Sgt Shelley Bamford talks about managing expectations

There Is Still Time To Enter This Year's Army Photographic Competition
Maj Neal Peckham explains that there is a category for everyone

The Infantry And The TA Are Currently Recruiting
You may have heard the radio ads or seen them on TV

Safety and Environment Matter
Army Safety & Environment Matters Magazine proves a great read

Wednesday 20 July 2011

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

The Future Reserves 2020 Study Shows Streamlining Is Required
Brig Tom O'Brien spoke about he findings of the study which were released on Monday 18th July

Don't Bottle It Up
Maj John Liddell explained how The Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH) are trying to help soldiers

A Live Update From Afghanistan
Maj Andy Simpson 2IC 9th 12th Royal Lancers spoke to us from theatre

RMPs Provide Skills For Life
Sgt Martin Dixon discussed crime reduction training for young soldiers and families

Thursday 7 July 2011

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

An Insight Into The Army Incident Notification Cell
Maj Alastair Harvey 2IC AINC explained the hows and whys of the department

Command Leadership Management Is Changing
After trials in the Salisbury Plain are changes to training will be taking place

The AFF Would Like You To Go On-line And Complete Their Housing Survey
Director of Communications Catherine Spencer spoke about how the Survey could affect your future

Learn To Row With The Army
Army Rowing Secretary Maj Mike Schofield provided details

Wednesday 1 June 2011

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

Do You Have The Musical Talent To Join CAMUS?
Maj Darren Wolfendale discussed opportunities within the Corps of Army Music - the largest employers of professional musicians in Britain

It’s All About Reducing Non Battle Injuries On Operations
Chief Environment and Safety Officer Col Ian Tinsley spoke about importance of safety measures in theatre

Could The Armed Forces Covenant Go Further?
The AFF are looking for your feedback

Families' Activity Breaks Are Still Available For This Summer
FAB provides one week holidays for bereaved families of military personnel

Thursday 19 May 2011

Top Stories From "HQLF Live from Andover" - Wednesday 18th May

Theatre CS Bt REME in Afghanistan

Commanding Officer Lt Col Simon Hamilton provides an update on Op Herrick 14 so far.

The Army gets ready to launch it's Mental Health 'Stigma' campaign

With the message 'Don't bottle it up' soldiers will be encouraged to talk to someone and sign posted to the support available.

Accident prevention

We find out about the Defence Road-User Information Vaildation Education System aimed at lowering the risk of accidents and cost of operationg MOD vehicles.

Wednesday 4 May 2011

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

The Army Photographic Competition Has Expanded
Master Photographer, WO2 Mike Harvey explained that there are now 12 categories open to Army professionals and novices

A New Mental Health 24-hour Freephone Has Gone Live
Maj Rodney Harwood gave the details of the service which is available on 0800 138 1619

43 Brigade Prepare For The Ten Tors Challenge
Their Commander Brig. Steve Hodder spoke of the benefits to his Brigade

An Update From The AFF
Catherine Spencer Director of Communication for the Army Families Federation talked about the changes to HICs

Thursday 28 April 2011

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

Linking Up With Afghanistan
The CO of 2nd Battalion The Royal Gurkha Rifles Lt Col Fraser Rea brings us our first Afghanistan Link-up from Op Herrick 1.

Find Out What's Going On Behind The Scenes For The Royal Wedding
Captain Ben Kernsley from 2 PWRR talks about their preparations for ceremonial duties on Will and Kate's big day

Need Help Resettling?
We hear how the Army supports soldiers through the resettlement process.

Wednesday 6 April 2011

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

Are You An Army Spouse In Employment?
The AFF's Catherine Spencer spoke about their latest on-line survey, and urged spouses to complete the questionnaire

TRiM Can Support A Soldier In the Aftermath Of A Traumatic Event
Maj Mark Kingston described how Trauma Risk Management can help mentor and support soldiers

If You Feel You're A Victim Of Bullying, Harassment or Discrimination, You Can Call For Support
Col Mark Abraham discussed the recently launched complaints line and the support available

Live Coverage From Ice Hockey's Army Cup - The Whittaker Challenge
We linked up live to Bracknell Ice Rink

Wednesday 16 March 2011

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 16 March

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
Chief of Staff for the Rule of Law Team Maj Barry McMasters spoke about the team's work within the Helmand Provincial Reconstruction Team

The AFF Are Fighting The Corner of Foreign and Commonwealth Soldiers and their Families
As rules continually change and the cost of Visas soars, Katherine Houlston says the AFF are on the case

Army Air Corps Displays Will Be Gracing Our Skies This Summer
Maj (Retd) George Bacon revealed the helicopters and planes which will be flying out across Britain over the coming months

The Army vs The RAF
Maj Billy Thompson looked ahead to the evening's football in Aldershot - featured live on GFM

Wednesday 2 March 2011

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 2 March

If You Missed Out On Membership For Enhanced Learning Credits, A New Late Registration Scheme Gives You A Second Chance
A streamlined late registration process is running from 1 February 2011 until 1 September 2012

ArmyNet Is Evolving!
Maj Mark Beaman spoke about the continuing benefits of the website

A New Recruitment Campaign Has Been Launched
Julie Evans explained how it will run, and why the Army are still recruiting

The AFF Have Run Their Own Continuity Of Education Allowance Survey
The results have shown how strongly you feel about any potential changes

Wednesday 16 February 2011

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 16 February

Medics From 243 Field Hospital Have Been Training To Become Part Of MERT

The Medical emergency Response Team is a life-saving intensive care unit inside a Chinook helicopter

Have You Completed The Latest AFCAS Survey?
Meera Nayyar encouraged all those randomly selected to let their thoughts be known in the latest Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey

The Army Are Helping To Research The Bird Population
Lt Col Roger Dickey explained that the Army Ornithological Society is about so much more than birdwatching

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
CO of 5 Scots Lt Col Adam Griffiths gave an update on 5 Scots and how they are fulfilling their role in Police Development and Advisory Training

Thursday 3 February 2011

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 2 February

It's National Apprenticeship Week And The Army Are Getting Involved For The Very First Time

Maj Paul Hair and Derek Tilley discussed Army Apprenticeships and why they have joined in the national event this year

As Field Training For Op Herrick 14 Takes Place On Salisbury Plain, We Look At How These Exercises Have Changed
Maj Neal Peckham reported back on the training now taking place

Will The Army Really Beat The Navy At Twickenham This Year?
ARU Secretary Chris Fowke and Coach Andy Sanger look forward to this year's Rugby Union fixtures

An Update From The AFF
Director of Communications Catherine Spencer spoke about the DASA survey, pensions and allowances

Thursday 20 January 2011

Top Stories From "HQLF Live From Andover" - Wednesday 19 January

All Military Charities Are Working Together According To ABF The Soldiers' Charity Chief Executive
Major General Sir Evelyn Webb-Carter explained about the growing role of the charity and its rapport with other military charities

Taking Supplements May Be Harming You, And Your Military Career
WO1 Mark Hounsell spoke of the dangers of taking seemingly innocent dietary supplements

How Schools In England Are Benefiting From Taking Military Children
Maj Rodney Harward spoke about the 2011-2012 pupil premium allocations

We Link Up Live With Afghanistan
CO of 5 Scots Lt Col Adam Griffiths gave an update on 5 Scots and how they are fulfilling their role in Police Development and Advisory Training