Introduction Did you know that in October 2021 the Royal Navy had just under 5,000 trained submariners, 4,992 to be precise. Officers Ratings Total Total % Total % Total % Male 1016 97.1 3822 96.9 4838 96. Female 30 2.9 124 3.1 154 3.1 Total 1046 100 3946 100 4992 100 Reference FOI 2021/10372 dated… Read More
Introduction The short answer is no. Outline UK Government policy entitles citizens of Hong Kong to live and work in the United Kingdom (UK). However, no applicant from, or in, Hong Kong will have their application processed unless they are a sole British National and passport holder. “Hong Kong British nationals are not eligible to… Read More
Introduction The short answer is no. Outline Royal Navy and Royal Marine photographers are career managed together as a single branch. The Royal Navy has the only photographer branch. Royal Marine personnel must transfer over to the Royal Navy prior to commencing a photographer career course. Personnel cannot join the Royal Navy as a photographer.… Read More
Introduction This post gives a brief outline of the surcoat colours used on Royal Navy vessels. Royal Navy Surcoats and Surface Vessel Duties Surcoat Colour(s) Duty Red and White Stripes Rating in charge of the Main Group Red Main Group (with the exception of the Breathing Apparatus Controller) Yellow Breath Apparatus Controllers Blue Containment Party… Read More
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 The Naval Outdoor Centre Germany (NOCG) is the Royal Navy’s adventurous and challenging activities centre situated in the beautiful Allgäu area of Bavaria, Germany. What is the Aim of NOCG? NOCG’s aim is to deliver Naval Service members (Royal Navy (RN) and Royal Marines (RM)) an opportunity to participate in adventurous activities that are… Read More
Introduction “The use of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) may be a bar to pre-Service entry, but it would depend on the underlying reason.” Navy Command goes on to state “Each case would be considered on its own merits against current medical entry standards. Refer to JSP 950 Medical Policy – Leaflet 6-7-7: Joint Service Manual… Read More
