Specialist divers are involved in a multinational explosive ordnance disposal – EOD – exercise hosted by Latvia, operating closely alongside the hosts and teams of experts from Estonia, Lithuania, Germany, Belgium, Canada and the United States. Delta Squadron of the Diving and Threat Exploitation Group safely recovered two ground mines …
Read More »Telling Royal balcony moments from Camilla’s impatience to Louis’ hint
The appearance of the Royal Family standing proudly on the Buckingham Palace balcony with the newly crowned King Charles and Queen Camilla was the moment royal fans had been waiting for. Charles and Camilla in lavish robes and crowns returned to the Palace from Westminster Abbey, waving as the crowds …
Read More »The nuclear bunker under a Cotswolds landmark you can actually visit
It stands high above the Cotswolds and from the top you can look out across Gloucestershire. Inside it features designs by William Morris, who was inspired by the view. But underneath the Broadway Tower is a piece of history that is far less romantic. And you wouldn’t know it was …
Read More »All the strikes happening this week
As families getting ready for Christmas this week could see their plans hit by another round of strike action as unions are planning further walkouts. Members of unions, including railway workers and Royal Mail staff, will be walking out in disputes over pay and conditions, that are sure to affect …
Read More »Royal Navy cadets wrongly linked to Dartmouth crime
Police have confirmed, despite local rumours, criminal damage to a historic fountain at a Devon beauty spot did not involve Royal Navy cadets. Local residents were left “devastated” by the vandalism at the ornamental fountain. Dartmouth Police were called to reports of criminal damage to a fountain on Friday August …
Read More »Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales still hasn’t departed for repairs
The beleaguered Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales failed to depart Portsmouth for Fife on Friday night following a string of delays caused by technical problems. It had been expected to sail on Monday but work was not completed in time to remove the giant propeller and the …
Read More »Royal Mail proudly displays Royal Marine Commandos on new stamps
The Royal Mail has today unveiled a new collection of stamps showcasing both the history of the Royal Marines, and the modern day operations. There are eight stamps in the main set, with a further four illustrating changes to the Royal Marine Commando uniform throughout history. The set depicts some …
Read More »Six NATO ships are heading to Plymouth docks
Ship spotters can have a great day out in Plymouth to catch a glimpse of six NATO vessels in the city. The ships from the Standing NATO Maritime Group (SNMG1) are set to head to Devonport Naval Base as the week progresses. During the last few months, SNMG1 has been …
Read More »Asda is offering big discount for workers in these five sectors amid cost of living crisis
Some Asda shoppers will be able to claim a jobs-based discount to offset the growing cost of living crisis. Food and soft drinks, George clothing as well as homeware, toys, gifts and optical are all included in their offer. The 10 percent discount is applicable to workers in the NHS, …
Read More »Gloucestershire soldier makes history as part of the British Army’s Armoured Reserve Regiment
A Gloucestershire soldier along with three other brothers-in-arms have made regimental history. They are believed to be the first fully formed crew from the British Army’s Armoured Reserve Regiment, to serve on Operations since the Second World War. Lance Corporal George Dwight, 27, from Cirencester and his Challenger 2 Main …
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