COVID Support Force: the MOD’s contribution to the coronavirus response ►
01.04.2020On 18 March the Defence Secretary announced new measures to enable armed forces personnel to support public services in response to the coronavirus outbreak (updated April 3). The COVID Support Force is […]
Mobilisation of Reservists ►
02.04.2020The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has announced the mobilisation of Armed Forces Reservists as part of the COVID Support Force. At the moment, only Reservists with specialist skills that meet specific requests for […]
New measures to support battle against coronavirus in Scotland ►
27.03.2020The military has stepped up its work in Scotland as part of the ongoing UK Government response to coronavirus. From March 27, three RAF Puma helicopters will be stationed at Kinloss Barracks […]
ERS Gold deadline extended ►
26.03.2020The deadline for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold submissions has been extended from March 25 to May 21. This gives UK employers who are working towards Gold Awards breathing space […]
Awards for island cadets ►
24.03.2020Last month, Orkney & Shetland Battery cadets held their annual Awards Night to celebrate the achievements of the cadets. On February 22 the cadets, who are part of 1st Battalion the Highlanders […]
