SAILORS behind one of the most dramatic rescues in recent years and a record-breaking drugs haul are among Servicemen and women recognised by the Queen. Four RN personnel have been singled out in the latest Operational Honours awarded to those in the Services whose bravery, dedication and effort goes above and beyond what would normally be expected. Leading Seaman David … [Read more...] about Sailors decorated for bravery, devotion and dedication in Operational Honours
Archives for November 2019
Bursaries worth over £38,000 awarded in third round of Mayflower 400 Community Sparks funding
Fifteen different community groups have secured bursaries that will bring their projects to life in the third round of funding from ‘Mayflower 400 Community Sparks’. From music and performance, to exhibitions and events, to murals and mosaics, the projects will benefit from an overall investment of £38,473 from the scheme, which was set up to support grass-roots community, … [Read more...] about Bursaries worth over £38,000 awarded in third round of Mayflower 400 Community Sparks funding
Babcock apprentices awarded for excellence
Babcock Apprentices based at Devonport Royal Dockyard have been formally awarded for their efforts and achievements at its annual Apprentice Awards Evenings held recently at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. The ceremonies were hosted over two evenings, where more than 500 guests came together to celebrate the accomplishments of those who have completed apprenticeships in the past … [Read more...] about Babcock apprentices awarded for excellence
Royal Navy ships and divers join major minehunt in Middle East
Royal Navy warships and sailors are playing key roles in the largest naval exercise in the Middle East of the year – and the largest global hunt for mines in three. More than 5,000 personnel, 30 ships and more than 50 nations are committed to the fortnight-long IMX 19 (International Maritime Exercise) workout, spread across a vast area from the Red Sea to the Indian Ocean … [Read more...] about Royal Navy ships and divers join major minehunt in Middle East
Devonport welcomes almost 200 apprentices and graduates
Babcock International, the Aerospace and Defence company, has welcomed 194 new apprentices and graduates to its Devonport site, as the business develops its next generation. Following a comprehensive application process, including assessment centres and interviews, Babcock’s 2019 intake of apprentices and graduates have now joined the team. The 125 apprentices – double last … [Read more...] about Devonport welcomes almost 200 apprentices and graduates
Royal Marines practise rescuing aircrew behind enemy lines
Royal Marines turned Virginia creepers, stalking woodland outside Washington to practise rescuing downed aircrew from behind enemy lines. The men of Lima Company, 42 Commando, fought their way through a replica developing world village, developing the tactics they would use to locate, if necessary liberate and finally escort or carry injured or trapped personnel back to … [Read more...] about Royal Marines practise rescuing aircrew behind enemy lines