Introduction The names for a new ship or a class of ship are initially proposed by the Royal Navy’s Ships’ Names and Badges Committee (SNBC). Considerations In considering any name, the SNBC takes into account many aspects including: History of the name; Battle honours; Civil support; and Potential affiliations that may go with it. Who… Read More
Introduction Being a part of the US Military is a matter of pride, and the numbers do not lie. Data from Statista reports that over 460,00 army and over 340,000 navy service personnel were on active duty in the year 2022. These numbers prove that citizens consider the military not just a means to serve… Read More
Introduction The Global Support Organisation (GSO) provides non-operational support to around 5,000 United Kingdom (UK) Ministry of Defence (MOD) personnel and families on permanent assignments overseas. GSO is a sub-unit of the the UK’s Strategic Command (UKStratCom). GSO provides support, in addition to supporting UK Defence activity, via three pillars of delivery as outlined in… Read More
Introduction The Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) encourages employers to support defence and inspire others to do the same. Outline The scheme encompasses Bronze, Silver and Gold awards for employer organisations that pledge, demonstrate or advocate support to defence and the armed forces community, and align their values with the Armed Forces Covenant. The ERS… Read More
“As testament to the value that pastoral support brings Service Personnel, the [UK] Ministry of Defence has introduced Armed Forces Non-Religious Pastoral Officers (NRPO) to further bolster the support given to our Armed Forces. The Armed Forces chaplaincies have been providing pastoral support and moral and spiritual guidance for over a century, with chaplains being… Read More
1.0 Introduction and Background Information This article provides an overview of the United Kingdom’s (UKs) Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA). It outlines relevant legislation, applying to both the UK and Scotland, as well as a definition of a public authority. It also outlines how to make a request, vexatious requests, refusals, and exemptions. It… Read More
Introduction Did you know that if you wish to find information about an individual (such as medals awarded) – unless the individual died in Service – you are required to provide a copy of a death certificate as proof of death in recognition of the Ministry of Defence’s (MOD’s) duty of care to their next… Read More
