The best of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week - a possible timetable for withdrawals from Iraq emerges ... transport delays in Afghanistan cause frustration for off-duty soldiers ... more mental health support for reservists is unveiled .. a breakthrough for Commonwealth troops seeking UK citizenship ... more farewells for the home service battalions of the Royal Irish Regiment ... Des Lynam on the secret to keeping cool ... the unlikely partnership of wine expert Oz Clarke and Top Gear's James May in France .. Ben Elton pulls apart tv talent shows .. and former Army captain James Blunt reveals being a best-selling singer doesn't always beat military life.

You will probably have noticed by now that the Naafi Financial name has been disappearing from military bases in the UK, Germany and Cyprus.   NAAFI has sold its share in the business, which after today’s formal launch in London is now known as Forces Financial.  To find out what this means for customers Glen is joined by Managing Director Al Voice…

Tony Blair still says that anything the guys need in Afghanistan they'll get. But is that still true?

Figures out today from the MOD show that that the number of people serving in the armed forces continues to fall.  With fewer people to the job, and more jobs to do, John Adderley has been looking at why some of the armed forces are choosing to quit, and what’s being done to persuade them to stay

Anyone who has served in Afghanistan recently will be all too aware of how fraught getting there and back can be.  Air Commodore Steve Skinner is head of Air Transport at HQ Strike Command and joins Glen

The government has announced a new mental health support package for demobilised reservists.  Susie Ferguson was at this morning’s announcement at Headley Court rehabilitation centre in Surrey…

We could be fighting the war on terror for the next 30 years.  That’s the bleak warning from leading academics at the Oxford Research Group.  Paul Rogers is Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University joins Glen...

Do British forces get the Press they deserve?

If George Bush is feeling the political heat, could Tony Blair get burned before he makes his exit?

MPs vote later on a bill which could enshrine into law the existence of a Services Complaints Commissioner.   James Arbuthnot MP is chair of the commons defence select committee joins Glen...

It's the best of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio 2 with John Adderley. This week - a vote at Westminster on an inquiry into the Iraq war ... details of the tax free bonus for operational areas are announced ... MPs head for Cyprus to scrutinise the role of the military ... battling it out in the combined services culinary cook-off ...  a telephone revolution in Gibraltar .... the RAF free wheelers in action at Silverstone ... Judith Chalmers on being paid to go on holiday ... Comedian Tony Hawks ... and queen of the jungle Carol Thatcher.

The National Audit Office has highlighted serious manpower shortages in several areas of the armed forces.  A report from BFBS Reporter John Adderley and then Glen is joined by Conservative party defence spokesman Mark Harper…

Glen talks to Mark Andrews of the National Audit Office about his report, which highlights key shortages of personnel across the armed forces.

Does the Iraq/Afghanistan experience mean an end to military expeditions of this nature?  Would any PM ever again take us to war?

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It's the best of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week - what lies behind talk of a timetable for withdrawal from Iraq … forces sweetheart Catherine Jenkins launches this year’s poppy appeal amid calls for a new annual Remembrance bank holiday … Finland’s plan for improved relations in Cyprus .. a stained glass tribute to disbanding troops in Northern Ireland … celebrating 150 years of the gumboot … one of theatre’s finest – Sir Derek Jacobi … and music from All Angels and the Dubliners. 

From Washington to London to Baghdad - the top people are talking big about Iraq but what are they really saying?

It's the best of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week - the head of the Army's outspoken comments over Iraq continue to make headlines ... a call for more political honesty about Britain's commitment to Afghanistan ...  a progress report on Cyprus-based troops deployed in the region ... the amazing tale of a Scottish shepherd .. his two collies and a rescue helicopter ... the life and times of Oscar-nominated actress Brenda Blethen ... and the sound of jazz from Clint Eastwood's number one son.

Terrorism and the internet. A Not-so-good friends united.

 A powerful panel of American advisors could be about to recommend a dramatic change of direction in Iraq.  Christopher Preble is head of foreign policy studies at the Cato Institute in Washington joins Glen

A round-up of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley.

Who killed Anna Politkovskaya? Or doesn't it matter?

Shadow defence Secretary Dr Liam Fox joins Glen to talk about Forces bonuses...

Arrmed Forces Minister Adam Ingram joins Glen to discuss the recently announced forces bonuses...

The war in Afgahnistan isn't going as advertised. What's gone wrong and what happens next ?

The best of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. In this edition * British soldiers in Iraq launch a major crackdown on insurgents in the police force * a call at the Labour party conference to bring troops home from Iraq * how US spy agencies believe the war in Iraq has fuelled the threat of terrorism * an inspirational visitor to Cyprus schools * ex-SAS man Chris Ryan on his career as a novelist * and from Neal in the Young Ones to the Wizard of Oz * Nigel Paner talks about his starring role on the west end stage.

Who's who in the Middle East? Who's pointing the gun at you? Sitrep explains all.

A round-up of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. In this edition - an admission from the top that Afghanistan is proving tougher than expected ... another security handover for British forces in southern Iraq ... a warning of further cuts to the Royal Navy .... a praire postcard from BFBS in Canada ... A Royal visit to British troops in Germany ... Britain and Spain reach a deal over Gibraltar ... Prince William prepares to join his brother in the Blues and Royals ... remembering the legendary broadcaster Raymond Baxter ...  Gordon Ramsay's wife on cooking at home for the great chef ... and music from Marti Pellow.

How many miles to Basra?

If NATO doesn't send more troops and the right ones to Afghanistan, then what's NATO really for?

 A round-up of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. In this edition - a plea for more NATO troops in Afghanistan .... the state of Al Qaeda 5 years after the 9/11 attacks ... new armoured vehicles to protect British troops in the Middle East are unveiled ... a campaign to encourage the armed forces to vote in UK elections ... Chris Tarrant on the success of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire ... Tommy Steele relates the start of his rock and roll career ... and Peter Andre charts his rise to fame.

A round-up of the news and entertainment in the last week on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. It's been another difficult week for British forces around the world with deaths in Afghanistan and Iraq. We'll hear assessments of the complex situation in Afghanistan with no easy solutions in sight. Also, a reminder of the UK presence in the Balkans * more visible signs of normalisation in Northern Ireland * concerns over the education of service children *the first warship to be built in Portsmouth since the 60s * an epic rowing achievement for four army commandoes * the wheels turn again on an Enigma codebreaker at Bletchley Park * and Happy 40th Birthday to Star Trek.

Five years on after 9/11, what have we achieved?

A round-up of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week we hear from the highest ranking Muslim in the British forces on his promotion .... laying to rest the remains of a missing second world war bomber crew ... why the Chelsea pensioners live a little longer ... the myth and reality on the 9th anniversary of Princess Diana's death .. and recognising the Belfast roots of Titanic

Iran, Iraq, Darfur, Bush and Blair - and not a big idea among them. Is it any wonder the world's in such a mess.

A round-up of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. In this edition * speculation over whether British troop numbers in Iraq are to be substantially cut back * claims that Iran's been bolstered by America's war on terror * an eye witness account of the raging forest fires in Greece * hundreds of forces teenagers receive their GCSE results * reminiscences from the most decorated wartime test pilot *  and the etiquette guide to avoiding social faux pas.

This week's oil scare - prices sky rocket. What price energy security? Would we go to war over oil?

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The best of the week's forces news and entertainment with John Adderley. In this edition * do combat soldiers returning home pose a risk to the public * is the Army facing a cash crisis * pardons at last for hundreds of soldiers shot for cowardice during World War One * A level triumphs in Germany * the funniest one liners of all tine * and why take the ferry when you can wade across the Mersey

A review of how we've got into the wars we have and what chances of predicting the next one.

A round-up of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week - the foiled apparent terrorist plot to blow up planes flying from Britain ... concerns over equipment shortages and overstretch in Iraq … aims and aspirations of the United Nations in Cyprus … could RAF Lossiemouth be used as a launch pad for space tourists … how troops in Afghanistan take time out to watch birds – of the feathered variety – on the internet … blue comedian Roy "Chubby" Brown on his autobiography ... and how it’s already Christmas on the High Street.

Migration: the threat to world security

The best of the week's forces news and entertainment with John Adderley - looking back on a dark week with four British soldiers killed – three in Afghanistan and one in Iraq, the day after Britain took control of troops in southern Afghanistan. On the brighter side – Britain and Spain appear ready to settle differences over Gibraltar … a Wing Commander gears up at RAF Wittering for a land speed record attempt .. Noel Edmonds on the power of cosmic ordering .. reflections on the making of Lady Diana Spencer’s wedding dress .. and the true tale of Ratty the Jack Russell who hops on the bus to head down the pub.

The war that started in 1948 - and will never end

A round-up of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week * a detour from Barcelona to Beirut for members of the Royal Irish Regiment .. a major review of troop levels in Germany * Cyprus-based troops get to grips with their roles in Afghanistan * new armoured vehicles for Iraq and Afghanistan * a final, fond farewell to the Canberra * an historic agreement between the British Army and Canada * and Sir Jimmy Saville on the last ever Top of the Pops.

Lebanon - after the Rome conference allowed Israel more time, what will they do now?

A round-up of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. British forces in Cyprus have been at full stretch evacuating thousands of people from the conflict in Lebanon by air and sea. BFBS Radio Two spent much of the week in the island as you'll hear. Also coming up * the Royal British Legion claims vital help isn't getting through to troops * promises to improve service housing * the Sun backs our boys but the Salvation Army bans the newspaper in Germany * the exercise season gets into full swing in Canada * running the Sport Relief mile in Bosnia and a modern day Andrew Sisters trio perform Blondie

The best of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. In this programme - troop reinforcements head for Afghanistan .... British forces handover the 1st province in Iraq to local security forces ... author Jilly Cooper talks about animal heroes ... concerns over the UK's treatment of residents on Ascension Island ... and a unique Thames crossing from source to sea

Defence and the British Armed Forces have been very much in the news this week. On Monday the Defence Secretary, Des Browne announced to Parliament that almost 900 extra British troops would be deployed to Afghanistan. On Wednesday he was being grilled by MPs from the House of Commons Defence Committee. In an exclusive interview he also spoke to BFBS Defence Editor, Rory Higgins. The topics included the reasons for the Helmand re-enforcements, concerns over Snatch veicles, 'overstretch' in the Armed Forces, utility helicopter lift, close air support and Iraq.

 There's a whiff of war and more in the Middle East air

A round-up of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week the 1st  anniversary of the London bombings * fears there aren't enough troops on the ground in Afghanistan * a momentous day for the Royal Navy at the Gay Pride Parade in London .. a round the world sailing challenge for the Royal Signals * a message carried by balloon from a schoolboy in Britain picked up by a soldier in Iraq *job opportunities as beefeaters at the Tower of London * happy 60th birthday to the bikini * and preparing the pitch for the World Cup

There are new concerns about the way the UK treats people who live and work on Ascension Island.  Liberal Democrat deputy leader Vincent Cable has raised the issue in Parliament…

A special programme on equipment and intelligent supply, positioning and maintenance. Too much too ask?

More engineers and enablers are on their way to Afghanistan.  The announcement came yesterday as the government insisted that all was going to plan, despite recent public admissions of a shortage of helicopters and other ‘resources’, as the Brigadier in charge of Helmand put it.  Colonel Tim Collins, former commanding officer of 1 Royal Irish joins Glen...

The commander of British forces in Afghanistan’s Helmand province has asked for more resources.  Brigadier Ed Butler’s request comes after another incident claimed the lives of two British soldiers at the weekend.  Major General Patrick Cordingley commanded the Desert Rats in the first gulf war…

This week - Glenn Mansell spends Veterans Day at the Imperial War Museum, where he hears of the bravery of Victoria and George Cross holders, gets to grip with a Royal Marines Physical Training display, and meets celebrity chef turning his  hand to military catering -- The inventor of the Kalashnikov calls for greater gun control -- What next for the BBC's political correspondent, stepping down after 5 years -- and Simon Marlow talks to the bluest of Blue Peter presenters.

It's hardly a perfect world. We'll tell you why in Sitrep's global analysis

A round-up of British forces news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two presented by John Adderley. This week - British forces in southern Iraq begin handing over Provinces to the Iraqis * troops in Afghanistan head into Taliban territory * Falklands war veteran Simon Weston on whether he'd have gone for a full face transplant * Sarah, Duchess of York talks about her new book and her daughter's 18th birthday * and Miss World's take on the World Cup

Why doesn't Private McKinley's bravery rate with Michael Owen's knee?

A round-up of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two. This week - the first fatality amongst British forces in southern Afghanistan * Government action to protect Army recruits from bullying * fears the Ministry of Defence is backing away from recognising Gulf War Syndrome * a new role in Iraq for a senior police officer in Cyprus * a farewell tour for a north west England infantry regiment .. the first woman in the world to sail non stop solo around the world the wrong way .. and David Seaman on the World Cup. 

Could Afghanistan become as big a political issue as Iraq

It's the best of the week's news and interviews on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week - three British soldiers are cleared of killing an Iraqi teenager in 2003 ... the Royal British Legion spreads the word about the peoples' poppy ... the British Armed Forces Federation goes live * a new era for the army in Yorkshire * a dream come true for forces school children in Germany as they meet their England footballing heroes * Showaddywaddy with their very own world cup song .. and get ready with the box of tissues * it's farewell to Lord Asters!

The army is doubling the recruitment bounty it pays to soldiers and officers who get a friend to join up.  Major Stuart Glen is with the army recruiting group…

There are new claims in the press that the Territorial Army is desperately below strength - at least in part because of the Iraq war.  Gerald Howarth is a conservative shadow defence minister…

The British government has admitted more has to be done to protect new Army recruits.  Armed Forces Minister, Adam Ingram joins Glen...

There are new concerns the MOD is backing away from recognising Gulf War Syndrome.  Shaun Rusling joins Glen from the National Gulf Veterans and Families Association…

Prime Minster Tony Blair says that the death of the insurgent leader Abu Musab al-Zarqawi is good news for Iraq.  But are martyrs good news?

Liberal Democrat peer Lord Garden talks to Glen about changes to Service voting....

Highlights from the week on BFBS Radio Two presented by John Adderley. In this programme - a state of emergency declared in Iraq's second city of Basra after another two British soldiers are killed in a roadside bombing ... helping the homeless and injured after the devastating earthquake in Indonesia ... marking the 90th anniversary of the Battle of Jutland ... army wives around the world seek solace on the internet with the World Cup Widows Club ... and in conversation with the evergreen Bonnie Tyler.

Iraq - will new emergency security measures in Basra make or break the new Prime Minister?

Iraqi prime minister Nouri al Maliki has imposed a state of emergency in Basra.  Amyas Godfrey has served as a Battalion Intelligence Officer in Basra and is now a defence analyst with the Royal United Services Institute in London, he joins Glen....

A round-up of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two. This week - Tony Blair meets Iraq's new Government in Baghdad .. compensation at last for the victim of a 1950s nerve gas experiment .. plans progress for a British armed forces federation ..former Ghurkas lobby for better rights ..  .. disappointment for Army mountaineers beaten back by Everest .. the artist behind blowing raspberries at the Tate Modern .. and proud in defeat * Britain's Eurovision flop licks his wounds.

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There is a proposal to set up a British Armed Forces Federation.  It is the brainchild of lawyer and former officer, Douglas Young...

ArmyNet is to a new look.  Webmaster WO1 Shaun Wilson talks to Glen...

The conservative party is calling for Britain’s armed forces to be used to protect the UK’s oil and gas supplies.  Shadow Defence Secretary Dr Liam Fox joins Glen

It's the best of the week's news and interviews on BFBS Radio Two presented by John Adderley. This week - how there are no signs yet of a Gulf War two syndrome * but there are concerns about the welfare of reservists * fresh fears over Britain's shortage of military helicopters * a new push in Parliament to make it easier for forces families overseas to vote * the Da Vinci Code film causes a stir in Cannes .. Neil and Christine Hamilton's World Cup song ... and it's a kind of magic * a Queen tribute band performing live in the studios of BFBS Radio Two.

Why Washington's getting trigger twitchy about South America

http://www.bfbs.com/multimedia - This month * reinstalling Windows without tears * VOIP Phones * Evoke 2xt DAB radio in the competition * Gareth Ogden Editor of Custom PC with the news.

There’s no sign yet of an Iraq War Syndrome according to new research from the King’s Centre for Military Health Research.  Surgeon Commodore Lionel Jarvis is director of medical policy for Defence Medical Services, he joins Glen after a report from Suzy Ferguson...

The House of Lords is about to look at ways of making it easier for service voters to register.  Liberal democrat defence spokesman Air Marshall the Lord Garden joins Glen

The best of the week on BFBS Radio Two presented by John Adderley. We hear from the new Defence Secretary Des Browne * concerns over part-privatisation of the search and rescue service * broadcasting live from the British Forces Germany Community Forum * an exciting first for BFBS in Northern Ireland * the REME military band warm up for the FA Cup final * and a song from the heart by the daughter of an army major on what it's like to be left behind at home.

It's the best of the week's news and events on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week * a big day for British forces taking control of the NATO operation in Afghanistan * defending the policy on protection for Hercules planes after last year's fatal crash in Iraq which killed 10 British servicemen * the Falklands gear up for next year's 25th anniversary of the war * a progress report on scaling back the military presence in Northern Ireland * a group of former Paras campaign against fake veterans * the author of a new book on the Da Vinci Code *  Sky newsreader Eamonn Holmes on interviewing Max Bygraves and Britney Spears * and a forces' favourite entertainer's own World Cup song.

The commander of  day to day  American operations in Iraq says he has ordered his troops to take a softer approach.  Lt Gen Peter Chiarelly has even sent his commanders clippings from the British press criticising their gung ho attitude.  Retired Colonel Bob Stewart joins Glen

A group of former Paras is trying to stop people passing themselves off as veterans of their regiment.   Gil Boyd is a former member of 2 Para and he joins Glen

It's the best of the week's news and entertainment on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week * Could Prince Harry be prevented from serving in Iraq? There's further success in handing back control of security to the Iraqis ... another year in Afghanistan for RAF Harriers ... concerns over the future for the military-led search and rescue service ... an historic rugby victory down under ... and a musical double bill - in conversation with Curtis Stigers and Frank Sinatra Junior.

How much power is society willing to give the state in the name of Homeland Security?

Cypriot civilian workers have been blockading the gates of RAF Akrotiri. They are protesting at the outsourcing of civilian jobs to a private contractor.
Tabitha Morgan joins Glen from Cyprus…

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Concerns have been raised in parliament about the prospect of the privatisation of RAF and Royal Navy search and rescue operations.  Angus Robertson is the Scottish National Party’s defence spokesman…

It seems that Prince Harry could well be stopped from serving in Iraq. There is apparently concern that his status as third in line to the throne could make him and other members of the blues and royals targets.Michael Evans is defence editor of The Times and he joins Glen

It's the best of the week on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week * concerns about overstretch and critical shortages amongst specialist staff in the forces ... a memorial to British troops who gave their lives in Malaysia during the war ... the 350th anniversary of the Grenadier Guards ... it's the army versus the dreaded date bug in Iraq ... how to stay out of trouble at the World Cup ... gearing up for the London marathon in Cyprus ... the author of "How to Kill Your Husband and other Handy Household Hints" .. and music from the Drifters.

Where will the future civil wars be?

It's the best of the week's news and features from around the forces world on BFBS Radio Two, presented by John Adderley. In this programme - the court martial of the RAF doctor who refused to go to Iraq * Prince Harry graduates from Sandhurst * research shows army wives are expert at keeping the home fires burning * the Red Arrows gear up for the new season in Cyprus * farewell to the top man in Brunei * Kevin Whately on life as Lewis minus Inspector Morse * and happy 400th birthday to the Union Jack.

The 90th anniversary of the Easter Rising and the political acorns that fell

In Southern Afghanistan the deployment of British troops in the new expanded mission is well underway. Next month Britain will take over the running of the Provincial Reconstruction Team or PRT in Helmand. In June the UK Task Force based around a 3 Bn Parachute Regiment Battle Group will go operational. Meanwhile there are increased fears about the security situation in the troubled Helmand province. Earlier this week three British servicemen were injured in an attack, two of them seriously. BFBS Defence Editor Rory Higgins is just back from Southern Afghanistan ...

 It’s claimed the US is considering the use of tactical nuclear weapons against Iran.  It’s one of three allegations made by investigative reporter Seymour Hersh, who also states that covert operations inside Iran itself have been stepped up, and that planning for a possible air attack has been intensified.  The White House has described the reports as ‘ill informed’.
Sitrep’s Christopher Lee joins Glen from Whitehall…

A round-up of the week's news on BFBS Radio Two presented by John Adderley. In this edition - deep concerns about the British mission to Afghanistan from MPs as we pay a visit to the emerging British base in Helmand province and talks to the Foreign Office Minister Kim Howells * Are you claiming compensation for injury in the forces? We'll hear how many people could be missing out. Bird flu reaches Britain * but how worried should we be? Also * a woman abused as a child by Ian Huntley before the Soham murders talks about her suffering * * a 90 year veteran of Arnhem takes to the skies again * Chris Tarrant on the coughing millionaire major .. and Paul Gambaccini's tribute to Gene Pitney.

Leading MPs are raising serious doubts about the British mission to Helmand province in Afghanistan.  James Arbuthnot MP is chair of the commons defence select committee…

A round-up of what's been an extremely busy week around the forces world presented by John Adderley. The programme includes details of the inquest into the deaths of six British soldiers at the hands of an Iraqi mob .. there's the outcome of another report into the deaths at Deepcut army barracks * a new age dawns amid controversy as the Royal Regiment of Scotland comes into being - hear about the impact it has on troops in Cyprus and Northern Ireland. It's goodbye to the Sea Harrier * there's a call to do more to support the TA and other reservists * how the three services combine to make life a little easier in Iraq * Keith Chegwin talks about how he won his battle with alcohol * and Andy Bell from Erasure on their new acoustic album.

Are you blogging? Someone is and, it's about you. Why? Baghdad Burning. That's why. Hear all about it this week.

Armed Forces Minister Adam Ingram talks to Glen about The Nicholas Blake QC Inquiry into the Deepcut deaths

The Sea Harrier has been formally retired from service. BBC reporter Steve Haigh and Conservative Party Defence Spokesman Gerald Howard join Glen

John Adderley with a roundup of the Forces News this week.

Leading experts are again questioning the existence of Gulf War Syndrome. A report published today by The Royal Society tries to pull together all the evidence to assess why so many veterans of Gulf War 1 are ill. Professor Simon Wessely joins Glen

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It's the best of the week's news and interviews on BFBS Radio, presented by John Adderley. In this programme * does the reduction in troop numbers in Iraq mark the beginning of the end of the British presence * soldiers in Afghanistan uncover a huge weapons cache * the former commander of British forces in Bosnia reflects on the death of Slobodan Milosevic * recognition at last for the heroes of the Second World War arctic convoys * British Forces compete down under in the Commonwealth Games *and sprigs of shamrock wend their way to the Royal Irish Regiment around the forces world on St. Patrick's day.

International Development Secretary, Hilary Benn joins Glen from Baghdad

Three years on - what have we done to Iraq?

Leading MPs are to hold an inquiry into the way service children are educated. James Arbuthnot MP joins Glen...

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In the next couple of years the UK is going to have to consider the future of its nuclear deterrent. Security and international affairs commentator Dan Plesch has explored the issue in a report published today by the Foreign Policy Centre…

It's the best of the week on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week - concerns over the fate of thousands of prisoners held by UK and US forces in Iraq. Also, how smoking bans are on the way across the forces world * why Army basic training's being extended by two weeks * fresh calls for the guards regiments to stop using bearskins * finding a good home for Royal Irish Regiment treasures * and the Comedy Club Tour heads for the Falklands.

Why does Britain spend close on £400 million a year keeping a garrison in the Falklands.

An RAF helicopter remains stranded up a mountain today, a week after making an emergency landing. Michael Mulford joins Glen from RAF Kinloss

Amnesty International is raising serious concerns about the fate of thousands of prisoners being held by US and UK forces in Iraq. Neil Durkin is a spokesman for Amnesty and joins Glen

How is that the MOD makes such multi million pound cock-ups about kit and equipment. Find out in this week's Sitrep special.

It seems that disagreements within NATO are partly to blame for delays in a new British system to prevent friendly fire incidents. Defence analyst Paul Beaver spoke to Glen

The Public Accounts Committee says the British Armed Forces are overstretched. The chairman, Edward Leigh speaks to Glen...

The press in recent days has been full of stories about soldiers being allowed to stay in the army even if they’ve been caught taking Class A drugs. Colonel Peter Davis is responsible for army policy on discipline and substance misuse and he joins Glen

Could public opinion really turn against British forces in Iraq?

Lt Col Charles Gray, G1, JHQ joins Glen to talk more about PAYD and YWCA closures in BFG

The YWCA has announced it is to close four of its remaining centres in British Forces Germany. Gill Tishler is their chief executive and spoke to Glen...

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Talks start today that could eventually see international peacekeepers leave Kosovo. Dr Spyros Economides joins Glen from the London School of Economics…

It's the best of the week's news on BFBS Radio 2 - this week with Bob Jones. In this programme - the highlights of Glen Mansell's week of programmes from BFG including an insight into how troops are facing up to the abuse allegations in Iraq, and what's being done in the garrisons to support the families of servicemen and women on tour in the region. The MOD outlines the extent of combat stress. We hit the swiss slopes with a former James Bond; hear the plight of a charity worker forced to drink his own urine after falling 900 feet on a trekking holiday; and 21 years of cliffhangers - Eastenders celebrates a significant birthday.

The morality of bombing. - should we be doing it? And, has it ever really worked?

Gerard Metrailler on Corel Office X3, Pt2 of how to spot spyware on your PC, the very sexy Creative Zen Vision M and Paul Trotter the News and Features Editor of PC-Pro

It's the best of the week's news on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. In this programme - the build-up of British forces in Afghanistan begins with the departure of Chinook helicopters ... meanwhile troops already there come to the aid of a Norwegian reconstruction team attacked after publication of the Prophet Mohammed cartoons. Also, the outgoing First Sea Lord pays a final visit to the Falklands where his ship was lost in the 1982 conflict * a big step forward in Gibraltar towards a new hospital for forces on the rock * and some helpful hints for composing the perfect love letter for Valentine's Day.

Former British military commander Col Tim Collins speaks about soldiers become aware of risks during conflict

http://www.ssvc.com/bfbs/radio/uk/sitrep.htm Democracy up for grabs - the dreaded white backlash

Investigators have found that a ‘near miss’ between two military jets and a British Airways plane was caused by ‘general confusion’. Phillip Butterworth-Hayes is an air traffic control expert with Janes Information Group and he joins Glen

Who's Who in the Middle East. The A-Z of Ayatollahs to Zoroastrians. Who gives orders, who takes them and who carries them out. It's a must-listen date on Sitrep.

A round-up of the week's news on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week * a grim milestone for British forces in Iraq as the number of deaths reaches 100 * thousands of soldiers prepare to say goodbye to Germany * confirmation of the deadly strain of bird flu in Cyprus * the launch of a new age for the Royal Navy on the Clyde * a Northern Ireland barracks gets ahead of the game with a smoking ban * and there are triumphant returns for two intrepid future Army officer cadets and for a former soldier who re-traced Scott's footsteps to the South Pole.

British Forces kids can now go to the party... Courtesy of your favourite forces station, BFBS Radio 2! Debbie Pocock one of the organisers explains to Glen

Chris Reilly Chief Exec. of NAAFI tells Glen of this years dividend return to the forces...

Jeremy Corbyn is one of a number of Labour MPs who have tabled a motion on the withdrawal of British Forces from Iraq

Brigadier Christopher Deverell, CO 4th Armoured Brigade in Osnabrueck in Germany talks about their move to UK.

After confirmation of Bird 'Flu in Cyprus, Capt. Crispin Coates updates Glen from HQ BFC.

It's the best of the week's news on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. In this edition details of the long-awaited announcement that thousands of British forces are off to Afghanistan. Also * soldiers in Basra clampdown on rogue elements in the Iraqi police force * Cyprus goes on bird flu alert * what's in store for Prince Harry in the Blues and Royals * a new era for Royal British Legion clubs * an RAF officer defies the odds to ski in the Winter Olympics * and Gloria Hunniford looks back on her time with BFBS radio in Northern Ireland.

Col Tim Collins talks about the idea of a British Armed Forces Federation...

Live from Whitehall, Mark Serwotka, General Sec of The Public & Commercial Union joins Glen...

Capt. Crispin Coates, from HQ British Forces Cyprus joins Glen...

In this programme - questions about the forthcoming British deployment to Afghanistan ... the Defence Secretary John Reid is called to account over the Hercules crash in Iraq last January * more criticism of the reforms to RAF fast jet maintenance * the end of another era in Northern Ireland * an RAF fireman shares his love of salsa dancing in Basra * how a humble tv set top box sparked a search and rescue operation * and did your broken watch start ticking again after an appearance on BFBS Radio Two by Uri Geller?

Britain, Germany, France and Amercia are piling on the pressure to have Iran's nuclear development programme referred to the UN Security Council. Why?

Doug Jewel from Liberty joins Glen to talk about Extraordinary Renditions

Common's defence committee chairman, James Arbuthnot MP joins Glen to talk about DARA and the forthcoming deployment to Afghanistan

The best of the week with John Adderley. In this programme * helicopter instructors at RAF bases go on strike * Cyprus is on bird flu alert after an outbreak in neighbouring Turkey * the Army Medical services in Northern Ireland help cut NHS waiting lists * British soldiers in Iraq donate food to Muslims for their Islamic festival * the Royal Gibraltar Regiment head for the Gambia * an RAF racing yacht is first in the queue to sign up for the Round Britain and Ireland Yacht Race * supermodel Jodie Kidd talks about her new racing passion * the Royal Navy Rugby Union centenary * and after 22 years, a new album from The Hollies.

BFBS defence analyst Christopher Lee joins Glen to talk of the current Iran situation

Union Leader Jim McAuslan talks to Glen about civilian pilot industrial action

A round-up of the week's news with John Adderley. This week * is America's commitment to Iraqi reconstruction wavering? With the Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon critically ill there are huge doubts over the future of the Middle East peace process * a new deal to bring the army's new armoured carriers a step nearer reality * the Falklands weather puts paid to a former Merchant Navy man's rowing record attempt *and a solder from Scotland gears up for a cycling challenge at the Commonwealth games.

What's in 2006 for you? What are the big dates for 2006? What will happen in 2006? Join the prediction game and email your thoughts for 2006 to Sitrep@bfbs.com.

World in a crisis - are our leaders good enough to sort it?

Tory defence spokesman, Gerald Howarth joins Glen to talk about aircraft carrier delays

John Adderley presents a weekly round-up of the best of the week on BFBS Radio Two - looking in this edition at the future for British forces in Afghanistan .. Iraqi optimism in election week .. big steps forward but still no start date for Royal Navy's new aircraft carriers * Christmas boxes are despatched to operational areas * Dame Kelly Holmes on her retirement from running * and speaking out in praise of plain and simple English.

Iraq goes to the polls - will the result mean a movement order for British troops

Andrew North joins Glen from Kabul to talk about next year's detachment...

Independent pensions adviser, Martin MacPherson from the Forces Pension Society joins Glen to take additional questions

4 Forces pension experts join Glen for this 30 minute forum on the new Forces pension scheme...

It's the best of the week's news and interviews on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week the inquiry into the deaths of ten British servicemen in a Hercules crash in Iraq in January ... British forces handover control after a year running EU peacekeeping in Bosnia * the row over whether the west is allowing the torture of terror suspects * same sex couples are officially welcomed into the forces * putting the BRA into bravo two zero * also, more daring than an SAS raid - it's the mission to keep the kids entertained in the Falklands * and remembering John Lennon 25 years after his death.

Francis Tusa talks about the RAF report into the January 05 C130 crash

According to friends, Osama bin Laden is alive and well. Why? How come he's not dead and does it really matter?

Maj. Gen. David Leakey, Balkans Commander EUFOR for last 14 months talks exclusively to Glen...

It's the best of the week's interviews on BFBS Radio Two with John Adderley. This week - a St. Andrews Day protest at parliament against the merger of Scottish regiments ... how the court martial system is set for a radical makeover.* more British military aid for the Pakistan earthquake relief effort * increased efforts to make sure service personnel abroad take part in UK elections * we put the spotlight on welfare issues in Germany including Pay As You Dine * all change for the Dhekelia resident infantry battalion in Cyprus * and we meet the man for whom it's Christmas every day.

Why isn't there anything new in George Bush's strategy for victory in Iraq? Could it be because they are losing?

BFBS Reporter Peter Russell investigates Service Voting...

Susie Ferguson reports from Westminster on changes in the Bill...