Stretching plays a very important role when it comes to exercise. And, even if you do not exercise often, there are benefits to stretching. For example, when you stretch, you help your muscles relax and become more flexible. That allows you to improve performance and reduce the chance of injury. If you are (generally) sedentary… Read More
Events 1258 – Mongol invasions: Baghdad falls to the Mongols, bringing the Islamic Golden Age to an end. 1306 – In front of the high altar of Greyfriars Church in Dumfries, Robert the Bruce murders John Comyn sparking the revolution in the Wars of Scottish Independence. 1502 – Vasco da Gama sets sail from Lisbon,… Read More
Aim of the Course To train international students as Search Advisers. The course teaches the student to conduct a Threat Assessment, plan and execute low-risk searches and operate Search equipment using appropriate techniques. On completion, students will be able to contribute to building a safe and secure environment, combat extremist and crime, in support of… Read More
Aim of the Course To provide Basic to Advanced level familiarisation training on EOD equipment and procedures employed during maritime and tidal Mine Counter Measure (MCM) tasks. The course emphasis will be on techniques and procedures most applicable to littoral EOD operations. Completion of the course should enable personnel to understand and execute all phases… Read More
Aim of the Course To train international EOD operators in UK Defence’s Tactics, Techniques & Procedures (TTPs) relating to Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (IEDD). Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Officers and Senior Non Commissioned Officers (SNCO). ELTS level 6. Previous training in IEDD or experience of Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD). Duration Three (3) weeks, with… Read More
Introduction The British Army is a highly professional organisation with extensive experience in training officers, soldiers, defence civilian staff and international students. It is rightly acknowledged as a leader in the provision of world class military training. Background This training expertise, coupled with the British Army’s operational record ensures that training is delivered from a… Read More
Introduction “HMS Northumberland’s sailors spent Christmas away from home as they continued their vital mission protecting UK waters and the nation’s nuclear deterrent. The Type 23 frigate was last at her home port of Devonport in late September and since then has been part of the UK Carrier Strike group during landmark operations in the… Read More
