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  • Indian troops complete joint training exercise on Salisbury Plain

    …Assisted by British Chinook helicopters, Warrior armoured fighting vehicles and Challenger battle tanks, soldiers from the Indian Army's 3rd Battalion The Bihar Regiment have successfully carried out a counter-insurgency exercise in the middle of Salisbury Plain.…

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

  • Mastiff protects engineer team from Helmand IED blast

    A group of soldiers whose task it is to clear routes in Helmand province of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) recently emerged from their Mastiff armoured vehicle unscathed when a device exploded underneath it.

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

  • New board members appointed to West Northamptonshire Development Corporation

    Communities minister Andrew Stunell has today announced three appointments to the Board of West Northamptonshire Development Corporation, the…

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

  • Festival celebrates North West’s transport

    From classic cars to the latest hybrid vehicles, the Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI) is this week showcasing transport through the ages.

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

  • RAF destroys Gaddafi command post

    The RAF has launched precision strikes on one of Colonel Gaddafi's main command facilities used by the former regime to co-ordinate attacks on the Libyan people.

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

  • Update on Shell's Gannet Alpha platform oil leak

    17 August 2011 Statement by the Secretary of State’s representative, Hugh Shaw Speaking in Aberdeen today, Mr Hugh Shaw said: “As the Secretary…

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

  • Gunners prepare for Helmand in Cyprus heat

    Some 100 soldiers from the battery are taking part in the exercise, most of whom will deploy to Afghanistan in the next two years, with some…

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

  • Riot compensation scheme: more support announced

    People whose property or premises were damaged by rioters, or whose stock was stolen or damaged, could be eligible to claim under the Riot (Damages) Act – even if they do not have insurance.

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

  • RAF and Navy in further action over Libya

    RAF Tornados and Typhoons have been in action once again this weekend over Libya, with support from HMS Liverpool, as part of NATO's Operation UNIFIED PROTECTOR.

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

  • Afghan soldiers beat Royal Marines in Helmand football match

    Since the Royal Marines of Kilo Company (K Coy), 42 Commando, arrived in Rahim, deep in the green zone of Nahr-e Saraj (South) [NES(S)], in …

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

  • Number 10 Press Briefing - Morning For 15 August 2011

    From the Prime Minister's spokesperson on: riots, Bill Bratton, credit rating agencies, 50p tax rate and Libya.

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

  • Diving with the sappers

    A group of highly specialised soldiers - Royal Engineer divers - have been honing their skills on a six-week advanced diver course at the National Diving and Activity Centre in Chepstow.

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

  • RAF bombs Libyan frigate

    RAF jets successfully bombed a Libyan frigate in Tripoli harbour this week, along with various other key targets of forces loyal to Colonel Gaddafi.

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

  • Searching for IEDs - one of the most dangerous jobs in Helmand

    Sapper Vasilis 'Taz' Tzanetis is the lead searcher in an elite team of Royal Engineers on 24-hour call to seek out improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in Helmand province.

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

  • Public disorder: information for business

    Guidance, information and support for retailers and businesses.

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

  • RAF and Navy strike numerous targets in Zlitan

    Two formations conducted a concerted strike on a former regime barracks and ammunition depot near the town of Zlitan yesterday, as well as a…

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

  • MOD personnel move Afghan Police development forward

    Various MOD personnel from soldiers to the Ministry of Defence Police are helping move the Afghan Police from soldiering over to community policing.

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

  • Supporting Libya operations from 40,000 feet

    Stepping out of the Global Express, the aircraft of choice for Russian oligarchs and international rock stars, I have more than covered the …

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

  • Army and civilian scientist team test ways to protect troops

    They then had to wait until Tuesday for a safe weather window to send a diver down to the device and attach explosives.

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

  • Year's busiest week for Culdrose Search and Rescue

    The search and rescue crews of 771 Naval Air Squadron (NAS) based at Culdrose in Cornwall have had their busiest week so far this year.

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