What is in a covenant?
SINCE the
THE complex which prepares submariners for their front-line duties with the Navy’s fleet of nuclear-powered boats is the first Armed Forces training school to be recognised as an ‘approved centre’ for the instruction it delivers. Training provided to new at
‘deeps’
School at HMS Raleigh in Torpoint is now accredited, giving the recruits a qualification recognised by employers in the UK Submarine Enterprise – the alliance of industry and the military which helps to sustain critical skills necessary to support the UK’s nuclear submarine programme. That accreditation comes
the RN Submarine dolphin school approval for Top level
approved centre by the Defence Awarding Organisation and have the
autonomously is a positive step for the school and for our students,” explained the submarine school’s Lt Cdr Paul Hardacre. “It provides them with documentary evidence of the competences they have gained during training and acknowledges their personal development. “The qualification will be recognisable to civilian employers and help our submariners pursue a second career when their time comes to leave the Service. “We have plans to expand
and accredit the other Warfare based courses provided at
courtesy of the ‘approved centre’ title given to the Submarine School by the Defence Awarding Organisation, an awarding body authorised and regulated by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation Ofqual. During 14 weeks training, fledgling submariners learn how to operate radar, electronic listening and advanced combat systems which uses information obtained from onboard sensors, including sonar and periscopes, to calculate a tactical picture that enables a boat’s command to keep the submarine safe, undetected and – allow them to make tactical decisions.
stint at Raleigh, the students can progress to their submarine qualification course,
will teach them how to operate beneath the waves. “Becoming the first Armed school
Forces to become an which Successfully completing their
school to leading hands and petty officers. We are also investigating opportunities to accredit officer training.” Flag Officer
the
Rear Admiral Clive Johnstone, presented the school with its plaque of recognition. He also presented certificates to students who became the first to complete an accredited course. At
Strategic System Executive Rear Admiral Steve Lloyd opened the Trident Engineering Support Trainer (TEST) in Faslane, a centre which will help train MOD and industry partners, assuring continued support to the UK/ US capability and development of the ‘Submarine Centre of Specialisation’ on the Clyde. The TEST facility is under the command of FOST North and will help train people, giving them the skills necessary to sustain the UK’s round-the-clock deterrent programme.
Navy guards against leaks
THE Royal Navy has
an information security landmark ahead of time as government seeks to prevent data losses. Navy Command was the first Front Line Command (FLC) to achieve level three of the Information Assurance Maturity Model (IAMM), showing that the organisation has an effective risk management regime. The Navy’s Deputy Fleet Commander, Vice Admiral Philip Jones, presented the award to Commodore Chris Forsey, Deputy Command Information Officer, at Navy Command Headquarters on Thursday, July 5. The standard was achieved on February 29, one month ahead of the deadline for reaching it. Cdre
absolutely delighted to receive this award on behalf of Navy Command; it is a culmination of four years’ hard work to ensure that the Top Level Budget (TLB) is at the forefront of improvements in the way the Ministry of Defence safeguards
information.” As a government department the Ministry of Defence was required by the Defence Board to achieve Level 3 of the
36 AUGUST 2012: and manages its Forsey said: “I am reached
Information Assurance Maturity Model (IAMM) by April. It was prompted by a number of high profile information losses across Government. Information Assurance (IA) is about protecting and defending information,
who require access to it have access. Achieving Level 3 of the IAMM demonstrates that Navy Command
an effective information risk management regime that covers personal, operational and business critical information. It implies that all critical areas of NC are subject to a robust regime. Cdre Forsey said: “Reaching IAMM Level 3 builds upon the solid foundation we have made in establishing
as a strategic asset as we move towards developing Information Superiority.” Mr
Chief Information Officer, said: “Congratulations on being the first front line command to reach level 3 in our assessment, which is no mean feat.
all your team members who have diligently supported us through this four year programme.”
“Please pass on our thanks to John Taylor, MOD’s information (NC) has instilled so only those a separate event, Chief Sea Training, ability to issue certificates Armed Forces Covenant
was published just over a year ago, the Government, Local Authorities, charities and voluntary organisations have been very busy, writes Kitty Jenkins of the Armed
Forces Covenant Team. We’ve delivered a range of measures to make life easier for the Armed Forces Community, introduced the Community Covenant (with a £30m grant scheme to support it) and produced an interim annual report on our progress. The principle behind the Covenant is that the Armed Forces community
should not face
disadvantage because of its military experience. In some cases, such as the sick, injured or bereaved, this means giving special consideration to enable access to public or commercial services that civilians wouldn’t receive. The Covenant covers issues from housing, health and education to support after Service. It is crucial to the Government that it, and the
nation, recognises the unique sacrifice you and your families make for your country. The Prime Minister has emphasised this himself by
chairing the first meeting of a Cabinet committee that brings together ministers from across Government departments to make sure they are sticking to the promises made in the Covenant. You may not always recognise the positive changes going on as Armed Forces Covenant commitments, so here are some examples of what the MOD and other parts of government have been up to: ■ Twice doubling council tax relief to nearly £600 for a six-month deployment; ■ Introducing the BFPO postcodes to make it easier to access commercial products; ■ Giving priority access to social housing for
veterans, bereaved families and Service people who move due to injury; ■ Changes to the schools admissions code to make it easier for families to apply in-year, and allowing schools to go over
their permitted class accommodate Service children; size to
■ Continuing the £250 pay increase for the lowest paid Service personnel during the public sector pay freeze. What’s more, it isn’t just about national promises. A month after the Armed Forces Covenant was published we launched the Community Covenant, which brings the Armed Forces community and the civilian community closer together across the UK – from Cornwall right up to Moray. Eighty communities have signed the pledge so
far and are working together to support the Armed Forces in their area, to nurture public understanding of the issues you face and to remember the sacrifices you make. It’s not a one-way street – the Community
Covenant also promotes activities to integrate the Armed Forces into local life and encourages you to help the wider community. To support this community engagement
drive, we’ve allocated more than £4m through the Community Covenant Grant Scheme to local projects like the Swan Forces which helps prevent social exclusion among ex-Service personnel and their families in Wiltshire, the Playdays scheme that brings together Service children and local children in a play environment in Oxfordshire and to community groups using the Scout and Guide Headquarters in North Yorkshire. If you’ve got a great idea you can find the
application forms on our website (see below). We are all aware of the tough economic times and
we cannot shield the Armed Forces from them. But despite this, we hope you can see from the
progress we’ve described that the Covenant is a top priority for the Ministry of Defence, the Government more widely, and ultimately the Prime Minister. The first statutory Annual Report on the Armed
Forces Covenant will be published later this year and do keep an eye out for updates on our website www.
mod.uk/covenant where you can find out more about the commitments the Government has made, what is being done to implement these commitments and where you should go if you need help or advice.
What to do for SFA
IF YOU are seeking Service Family Accommodation in the UK, look for DIN 2012 DIN04-94. All personnel applying for SFA are now expected to use the electronic
application form (e-1132), which you can find online on the MOD intranet.
The new enhanced system was launched on June 20 and is designed to display at least one photograph of suitable properties that match an individual’s entitlement. The Housing Information Centres have now been replaced by the
two Housing Allocations Service Centres (HASC) in Thetford and Aldershot which are intended to provide a more consistent housing service for families in the UK. ■ HASC freephone: 0800 169 6322; standard rate: 01904 418000; military dial: 94510 8000.
Qualifications change for Warrant Officers
A REVIEW of the current requirement for Naval ratings, Royal Marines other ranks and Reservists to hold GCSE English Language at grade A* to C, plus one other GCSE at similar grade has resulted in a change. Research concluded that owing to the training, education and
QEWO competency for the 2012 and 2013 promotion boards; the revised requirement will come into force in the 2014 boards. ■ For further detail, see 2012 DIN 07-102.
Coaching as a key skill
THE RN is reminding personnel of the importance of coaching as a key leadership skill, detailing the development of a coaching culture through the Maritime Through Career Development (MTCD) programme and outline the framework of training, assurance and support mechanisms in place.
Naval service already use coaching skills and the requirement is to refine and develop existing skills at all levels, rather than introduce a new regime. ■ For further detail, see 2012 DIN 07-104.
Watch out for TwoSix
THE latest edition of
TwoSix.tv features the Royal Naval Leadership Academy – ‘Ready in all Respects’. This special edition of Two- Six is to inform individuals and their divisional officers what they can expect on leadership courses and how they can prepare both physically and mentally to be ready in all respects, maximising their chances of success The DVD has been aligned with the Personnel Support Brief to provide an enhanced package for sharing information. If you want to get your message out through these pages or the TwoSix. tv DVD, please contact: ■ Pauline Aquilina: 9621 85984 ■ WO1 Russ Billings: 93832 5081
It is recognised that a large proporation of leaders throughout the
experience gained by prospective candidates, no additional qualification over and above that required for Petty Officer or Sergeant is necessary. There will still be a requirement for personnel to meet the current
THE June 2012 edition of BR3 (Naval Personnel Management) can now be accessed online through the defence intranet. Throughout last month copies
BR3 2012 out now
of the BR3 will have been sent on CD to units listed on the Fleet Bridge card. No formal printed copies will be issued, and personnel are advised not to print the whole of the BR – it amounts to a pile of A4 sheets, double-sided printed, of 30cms... ■ For further detail, see 2012 DIN 01-074.
Jobseekers for Reserves
CHANGES in the regulations that apply to Jobseeker’s
(JSA) have come into force that affect members of the Reserve forces.
overseas, up to a maximum of 15 days.
Allowance
From the start of this month, JSA claims can be kept open whilst a Reservist is on annual continous training,
including training
These changes are designed to reduce the administrative burden on reservists and remove delays in the resumption of payment of benefit. ■ For further detail, see 2012 DIN 01-154.
DE&S material strategy
A CORE element of the Defence Transformation Programme is reforming the acquisition system. Under the Materiel Strategy, a compelling case has been made for reform. Analysis has shown that cost and schedule overruns have resulted in significant additional costs to the defence budget of the order of hundreds of millions each year. ■ See DIB 40/12 for more
information.
Where to look
Galaxy 21-2012: Future Reserves 2020 (FR20) Ministerial announcement
GALAXY MESSAGES
Forces Contribution to the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games: Great Britain hosts the XXX Olympic Games and the XIV Paralympics Games from July 27 to September 9. The London Organising Committee of the Olympic Games (LOCOG) is responsible for planning and running the Games, and is working with the Home Offi ce, the Police and Defence to make sure they are a success. 37/12: Army 2020 study – Transforming the British Army for the future: The Secretary of State announced the outcome of the Army 2020 study, setting out how the Army will transform to a smaller, integrated and more adaptable army better to meet the security challenges of the 2020s and beyond.
DEFENCE INTERNAL BRIEFS 35/12: Op Olympics – The Armed
38/12: Future Reserves 2020 (FR20): The Secretary of State for Defence responded to the Review of the United Kingdom’s Reserve Forces published on July 18 2011. He announced that the Government accepts the broad thrust of the Commission’s six recommendations. 34/12:
Healthcare (DPHC) organisation: The Defence Chiefs of Staff have directed the formation of a new Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) organisation from April 2013.
A new Defence Primary
Professional Body Fees DIN 2012 DIN01-150: BR3 – Issue of June 2012 Edition
DIN 2012 DIN01-153: Refund of
DEFENCE INSTRUCTIONS AND NOTICES
DIN 2012 DIN01-146: New UK Family Migration Changes affecting UK Armed Forces family members who are Non- European Economic Area Nationals
RNTM 151/12: Royal Navy School of Marine Engineering (RNSME) Routine for liaising with training analysis and design contractors RNTM 150/12: Substitution Pay (SUPA) - Approval and application
ROYAL NAVY TEMPORARY MEMORANDA
Payment beyond six months RNTM 149/12: Reporting the Loss,
to Extend
Order to Conduct Advanced Respirator Tests
Recovery, Theft or Attempted Theft of Arms, Ammunition and Explosives and Attractive to Criminal and Terrorist Organisation Stores RNTM 148/12: HMS Defender Change of Contact Details RNTM 147/12: Removal of Beards in
Recovery, Theft or Attempted Theft of Arms, Ammunition and Explosives and Attractive to Criminal and Terrorist Organisation Stores RNTM 149/12: Reporting the Loss,
Swap Procedure RNTM 142/12: Force Protection (FP) Maintenance
Prizes and Awards Fund (NSPAF) ] RNTM 134/12: Introduction of the
The Naval Service
Training and CRB Checks for Role 1 and Primary Healthcare Naval Service and RFA Medical Personnel RNTM 132/12: Warfare Branch – Change to the Selection Procedures to Apply for Imagery Analysis (IA) Additional Qualifi cation
Electronic Fit to Receive Log RNTM 133/12: Safeguarding Children
– Free Tickets for Service Families September 15 & 16 and 22 & 23 2012 RNTM 129/12: The Warfare Offi cers’ Newsletter RNTM
RNTM 131/12: Welfare Grants RNTM 130/12: Paulton’s Park Weekend
Package (Overseas) (Update) 128/12: Deployed Welfare
DIN 2012 DIN01-149: Queen Victoria School (QVS) Admissions Process for Academic Year 2013/2014 DIN 2012 DIN01-148: Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Quad- Service Conference July 6 2012 and World Pride 7th July 2012 DIN 2012 DIN01-147: MOD Civilian
Professional Body Fees DIN 2012 DIN01-150: BR3 – Issue of June 2012 Edition
Decompression
DIN 2012 DIN01-146: New UK Family Migration Changes affecting UK Armed Forces family members who are Non- European Economic Area Nationals DIN 2012 DIN01-145: Testing of Colour
Petroleum Course 2013 DIN 2012 DIN01-143: Leave Policy Change – On hold at sponsor’s request DIN 2012 DIN01-142: Utilisation of Defence Travel
Perception and the Defi nition of the Colour Perception 1 (CP1) Standard DIN 2012 DIN01-144: Offi cers’
DIN 2012 DIN01-153: Refund of
DEFENCE INSTRUCTIONS AND NOTICES
RNTM 137/12: Situational Awareness Command and Control Delivery Team (SACC DT)(Formally Tactical Data Links Delivery Team (TDL DT)) RNTM 136/12: Joining Instructions for Electronic Warfare and Intelligence Courses at the Maritime Warfare School, HMS Collingwood RNTM 135/12:
for Authorising Cash In Lieu of Rations (CILOR) Requests RNTM 138/12: Immigration and Nationality – Notifi cation of Forthcoming Changes to Government Family Migration Policy
RNTM 142/12: Enclosure RNTM 141/12: Introduction of ET 408/15 Reactor Control and Instrumentation Test Leads RNTM 140/12: Royal Navy Medical Service (RNMS) Patient Satisfaction Survey Results RNTM 139/12: Change of Procedure
Restructure (BRd9274 Chapter 8 Section 3)
of Operational Capability
Brd18 Management and Accounting Instructions for Non Public Funds RNTM 145/12: Generic Joining Instructions for Personnel Attending the Submarine Escape Training Tank, Fort Blockhouse, Gosport RNTM 144/12: Entry Into the RNR Intelligence Specialisation – Assessment Weekend September 29-30 2012 RNTM 143/12: Cryptographic Sea
RNTM 146/12: Issue of the Amended
Where to look
www.navynews.co.uk
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