NAVY NEWS, NOVEMBER 2010 News and information for serving personnel T


Stanhope, sent out this message to the men and women of the Naval service on the day that the Prime Minister announced the details of the Government’s Strategic


the House of Commons: The Review comes at a time when the Government’s key strategic priorities are to tackle the deficit, while prosecuting the campaign in Afghanistan to a successful conclusion. Both are important for the future of this country. The Government believes that


both, for the moment, must take priority over Defence’s investment in some military capabilities needed for the longer term. The National Security Council (NSC) wants to see the UK’s Armed Forces configured over the next decade to deliver a security posture known as Adaptable Britain, flexible enough to operate in all environments and across the range of military operations we may face. I and my Navy Board colleagues


have represented the Naval Case strongly, and we will continue to do so. The Naval


has been – and will remain – fundamental to the security and trade upon which the prosperity of this island nation depends. Our aim throughout has been to maintain a balanced maritime force, one which is affordable, which is prepared for the tasks of today and able to adapt to the challenges of tomorrow. However, we


responsibility to be realistic about what is affordable in today’s economic climate. We cannot afford to do


everything, so we have to prioritise what we do, where and when we do it, and with whom.


This has called for some difficult decisions, and has resulted in the need to take a dip in our ability to deliver certain capabilities, either in scale or complexity. It is clear, however, that further stretches in tempo for our force structure, or our people, are not possible. Fewer ships must mean fewer


tasks.


at doing things differently. Our guiding principle must be to ensure that our front line outputs – ships, submarines, air squadrons and Royal Marines units on task – are better matched to our inputs – manpower, training, support and force generation. Inevitably, this degree of change across the Royal Navy brings challenges,


the Government something


First and foremost, we will lose around 5,000 billets by 2015, and can expect to lose around 1,000 more by 2020. We will lose: HMS Ark Royal; frigates


four


Force Harrier; one Bay-class RFA; and, by 2016, all Sea Kings. We will also be studying our options for maintaining a Very High Readiness LPH and will run either HMS Illustrious or HMS Ocean.


One of our two LPDs will be kept in extended readiness. The Maritime Reserves and


Government has agreed to continue


Elizabeth-class carriers and to switch the investment in the Joint Strike Fighter to the more capable carrier variant of that aircraft. That is because Carrier


to build two Queen the same time, the


the RFA will be scaled to meet our new force structures, as will our Merlin and future Wildcat helicopter fleets. At


(Type 22s); Joint


understands and is prepared to accept, if that is the price of getting Defence back on a firm footing as we prepare for the future. Others in Defence face challenges of their own. We face the following reductions.


now clearly which It also means that we are looking all share a Service always Security Review (SDSR) in Defence and


HE FIRST Sea Lord, Admiral


Sir Mark message to you


The decommissioning of at least one CVS, which together with the Harriers make up the UK’s present Carrier Strike capability, means that the delivery of our future Carrier Strike capability in around 2020 will be an enormous challenge. However, it is neither an insurmountable


one for the Royal Navy alone. The successful re-creation of the UK’s ability to operate aircraft from carriers will rest upon the leadership and support of everyone in Defence, and the contribution of our international partners. Summarised, it all means a smaller Navy. Clearly, I would not wish for such reductions, but we can only retain a force that we can afford. Overall,


operationally committed as a balanced force, able to conduct the nuclear deterrent,


we will still be


manoeuvre at Commando Group level, a similar number of standing commitments


and all of our MCM and SSN tasking.


we must take in Carrier Strike capability,


capabilities have been preserved, albeit at smaller scale. The Future Navy we are aiming for remains viable, and is centred around our people and modern, highly-capable platforms. We already have or can expect to see new platforms with cutting- edge, war fighting capabilities – the Queen Elizabeth-class carriers, the Joint Strike Fighter, Type 45s, the Type 26 Global Combat Ship, future helicopters, the Astute-class SSNs and the future deterrent. Delivering all of that capability depends on the right people, in the right numbers and with the right skills.


Marines, our Reservists, the Royal Fleet Auxiliary and civilian staff – have a part to play. I am very clear that our people must be put first and must be treated fairly. However, I regret that I cannot


All of us – sailors, Royal core maritime littoral as we do today,


With the exception of the gap our


operational


reputation as a fighting service, our unique naval and Royal Marines ethos and values, are preserved because they are what underpin our future. The Naval Service has faced tough times before in its long history. It always endures and – because


we are an island nation – it always will.


Time and again, it has been our people, well-led at every level of command, who have made the difference. As we face the future, we will


We must ensure that our credibility


and


● Senior Offi cers of the Naval Service delivered the key SDSR briefi ng on October 19-21 in many establishments and units: 1SL visited numerous ships and establishments; he is seen here on HMS Kent in a series of visits to warships; Commandant General Royal Marines Major General Buster Howes briefed the RM Corps at RM Stonehouse (below); Cdre Bill Walworth RFA (ACOS Afl oat Support) visited RFA Largs Bay in Portland to speak to the RFA ship’s company about the SDSR outcomes (lowest picture).


challenge, nor SDSR: 1SL’s twhereo look


DEFENCE INTERNAL BRIEFS 81/10: Spending Review 2010: The Government has conducted a Spending Review to allocate resources to government departments according to the Government’s priorities. The 2010 Spending Review covers the four years from 2011-12 to 2014-15. 80/10: SDSR – Civilian Voluntary Early Release Scheme (VERS) and Regular Armed Forces Compulsory Redundancy Programme: Following the outcome of the Strategic Defence and Security Review, the shape and size of the defence workforce required to meet our defence capability must be addressed. This DIB contains information on the proposed Civilian Voluntary Early Release Scheme (VERS)


Forces Compulsory Redundancy Programme.


79/10: Securing Britain in an Age of Uncertainty: Publication of the Strategic Defence and Security Review: The Government on October 19 2010, published the outcome of the Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR) setting out how we will deliver the priorities identifi ed in the National Security Strategy.


Galaxy 23-2010: HRMC policy changes to Pension Tax Relief Annual Allowance.


GALAXY MESSAGES


Galaxy 22-2010: 1SL Message – outcome of the Strategic Defence and Security Review. Galaxy 21-2010:


Public Sector Pension Commission (IPSPC) Interim Report: Personal note from 2SL.


Galaxy 20-2010: Royal Navy Recruit Training reductions.


Provisions for the Regular Armed Forces: This DIN describes redundancy provisions for members of the Regular Armed Forces whose service began before April 6 2005 and who did not accept the offer to transfer their pension rights from AFPS 75 to AFPS 05


DIN 2010 DIN01-187: Regular Armed Forces Redundancy Programme: This DIN describes the redundancy programme for members of the Regular Armed Forces DIN 2010 DIN01-183: Leave


be judged as much by the quality and competence of our people as by the quality of our ships, aircraft and submarines. The Royal Navy, Royal Marines,


yet say what the future will hold for each of you individually, because this Defence Review is a process, not an event. There is more work to be done


and further decisions to be made. There will be


certainly, and allowances will be affected, too.


redundancies,


The detail is being worked through and once I know the implications, you will know the facts.


and media speculation with the caution they deserve. In broad terms, the future of


In the meantime, treat rumour


the Service looks like this. Between now and 2015, whilst remaining operationally committed and generating forces for contingency, the Navy will be implementing the cuts and other changes required by the SDSR. This implementation phase –


Maritime Reserves and Royal Fleet Auxiliary, with our civilian staff, are here to stay. Our contribution will remain fundamental to this country’s security and prosperity. It is my and the Navy Board’s intent to ensure that you are kept informed of all aspects as soon as we can provide the necessary clarity.


patience and ultimately your guts and professionalism to see us through this challenging time, assisting in shaping a Navy that, as now, is balanced, capable and ready for business today and in the future. Like you, I don’t welcome these


changes.


It will be tough, but I am in no doubt that our Navy will remain highly capable,


renowned and worthy future.


from April 2011 onwards, and perhaps sooner in some respects – will be uncomfortable for all, painful for some, but I will do everything possible to ensure our people are listened to and treated fairly.


Strike will be pivotal to the nation’s future defence posture, delivering a guaranteed, global, air intervention capability, without needing to rely on air basing and overflight permissions from other countries. However,


the Harrier GR9 force will be removed.


to save money,


in fairly short order. In the meantime, for the many thousands of you preparing to deploy or already deployed, whether operating in the Joint Campaign in Afghanistan, South Atlantic, the Gulf,


Caribbean, the Indian Ocean or protecting the UK’s waters, we still have a job to do. The


fighting, and supporting the fight, in Afghanistan is magnificent, and the work of the sailors and Royal Marines deployed elsewhere around the world is every bit as important.


contribution of those


the the


There will be some big changes


commitment and loyalty. I am confident about our shared


your


internationally of


I continue to rely on your


Policy Change: This DIN concerns the recording of leave on JPA and the change in policy regarding payment for untaken leave following Death in Service, and also the change in policy regarding Terminal Leave. DIN 2010 DIN01-178: Tri-Service Arrangements for Wills: This DIN supersedes DIN 2009 DIN01-210. This DIN describes the arrangements for the facilitation, recording, storage and eventual disposal of Wills for all Service personnel of any service or rank.


DIN 2010 DIN06-033: Defence Road User Information, Validation and Education System (DRIVES) Project – Dealing with Inappropriate Driving: This DIN contains guidance for Managers to Deal with Inappropriate Driving.


Issue 11/10 RNTM 207/10: The aim of this RNTM is to revise NCHQ policy regarding the clothing to be worn beneath Fire-fi ghting suits (PBI Gold) for between decks fi re-fi ghting in the Surface and Sub-surface Fleet. This RNTM is not applicable to vessels retaining Fearnought.


ROYAL NAVY TEMPORARY MEMORANDA


Issue 07/10 - Nos 139/10: The Royal Navy And Royal Marines Charity – Naval Service Amenity Fund Approved Grants


Scholarships for children of Forces casualties


THE children of men and women killed on active duty will receive publicly-funded scholarships for higher education. The new scheme, announced on October 4, applies to the children of service personnel killed on active service since 1990. The Government also announced the continuation of a scheme to pay tuition fees for Service leavers undertaking level 3 further education or undergraduate higher education courses for the first time. Minister for Defence Dr


Liam Fox said: “I welcome this announcement that highlights the Government’s commitment to ensuring our Armed Forces have the support they need, and that veterans and their families are treated with the dignity they deserve.”


DIN 2010 DIN01-188: Redundancy


DEFENCE INSTRUCTIONS AND NOTICES


Independent and the Regular Armed


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