Portsmouth

Navy Team renovate beach huts

LA(Phot) Alex Knott; Navy Team renovate Southsea Beach Huts

Navy Team renovate beach huts

LA(Phot) Alex Knott; Navy Team renovate Southsea Beach Huts

Navy Team renovate beach huts

LA(Phot) Alex Knott; Navy Team renovate Southsea Beach Huts

Navy Team renovate beach huts

LA(Phot) Alex Knott; Navy Team renovate Southsea Beach Huts

New Maritime C4ISR Support Unit

New Maritime C4ISR Support Unit

New Maritime C4ISR Support Unit

Dentists from Portsmouth Naval Base raising money for charity Smile

Royal Navy Dental Department who spend their days looking after the smiles of sailors serving at Portsmouth Naval Base swapped dental gowns for cycling shorts recently as they raised much needed cash for the children's medical charity Operation Smile. Images by LA(Phot/IA) Alex Knott

Dentists from Portsmouth Naval Base raising money for charity Smile

Royal Navy Dental Department who spend their days looking after the smiles of sailors serving at Portsmouth Naval Base swapped dental gowns for cycling shorts recently as they raised much needed cash for the children's medical charity Operation Smile. Images by LA(Phot/IA) Alex Knott

Dentists from Portsmouth Naval Base raising money for charity Smile

Royal Navy Dental Department who spend their days looking after the smiles of sailors serving at Portsmouth Naval Base swapped dental gowns for cycling shorts recently as they raised much needed cash for the children's medical charity Operation Smile. Images by LA(Phot/IA) Alex Knott

Dentists from Portsmouth Naval Base raising money for charity Smile

Royal Navy Dental Department who spend their days looking after the smiles of sailors serving at Portsmouth Naval Base swapped dental gowns for cycling shorts recently as they raised much needed cash for the children's medical charity Operation Smile. Images by LA(Phot/IA) Alex Knott

Dentists from Portsmouth Naval Base raising money for charity Smile

Royal Navy Dental Department who spend their days looking after the smiles of sailors serving at Portsmouth Naval Base swapped dental gowns for cycling shorts recently as they raised much needed cash for the children's medical charity Operation Smile. Images by LA(Phot/IA) Alex Knott

Vice Admiral David Steel and Sue Preston

Vice Admiral Steel presents to Susan Preston.

Duke Of York Opens Education And Resettlement Centre

Left to right: HRH The Duke of York, AB Crichton

Duke Of York Opens Education And Resettlement Centre

Left to right: Petty Officer Wallace, HRH The Duke of York

Duke Of York Opens Education And Resettlement Centre

Left to Right: Leading Aircraft Handler Cameron HRH The Duke of York

Duke Of York Opens Education And Resettlement Centre

His Royal Highness talking to civilian Naval Education and Training Service employees.

Duke Of York Opens Education And Resettlement Centre

HRH The Duke of York talking to Royal Navy staff of the Naval Education and Training Service.

Duke Of York Opens Education And Resettlement Centre

HRH The Duke of York unveiling a commemorative plaque for the opening of The Waterfront Education and Resettlment Centre in Portsmouth Dockyard.

Saudi Prince Visits Naval Air Station

Saudi Prince Visits Naval Air Station

Saudi Prince Visits Naval Air Station

Saudi Prince Visits Naval Air Station

Saudi Prince Visits Naval Air Station

Saudi Prince Visits Naval Air Station

HRH Duke Of Kent Unveils Information Panels To War Dead

HRH Duke Of Kent Unveils Information Panels To War Dead

HRH Duke Of Kent Unveils Information Panels To War Dead

HRH Duke Of Kent Unveils Information Panels To War Dead

HRH Duke Of Kent Unveils Information Panels To War Dead

HRH Duke Of Kent Unveils Information Panels To War Dead

HRH Duke Of Kent Unveils Information Panels To War Dead

HRH Duke Of Kent Unveils Information Panels To War Dead

21 Gun Salute for Queen's Anniversary

Hackney Sailor Receives Service Medal

Leading Hand CIS Alan Murrell with his Long Service and Good Conduct medal

Hackney Sailor Receives Service Medal

Leading Hand CIS Alan Murrell with his Long Service and Good Conduct medal

Royal Navy Divers Visit Gosport Diving Museum To Thank Staff For Support

Royal Navy Divers visited The Diving Museum in Gosport. The reason for the visit was for Chief Petty Officer Diver Ian Fleming to handover £500 to say thank you to Gosport's Diving Museum. CPO Fleming used one of the Diving Museum's 200lb historic diving suits to compete in the 2012 Great South Run, in which he was able to raise £5,000 for the British Limbless Ex-Service Men's Association (blesma).

Royal Navy Divers Visit Gosport Diving Museum To Thank Staff For Support

Royal Navy Divers visited The Diving Museum in Gosport. The reason for the visit was for Chief Petty Officer Diver Ian Fleming to handover £500 to say thank you to Gosport's Diving Museum. CPO Fleming used one of the Diving Museum's 200lb historic diving suits to compete in the 2012 Great South Run, in which he was able to raise £5,000 for the British Limbless Ex-Service Men's Association (blesma). Photographed: Divers from the Fleet Diving Unit 2 have a tour of the Diving Museum at Gosport.

Royal Navy Divers Visit Gosport Diving Museum To Thank Staff For Support

Royal Navy Divers visited The Diving Museum in Gosport. The reason for the visit was for Chief Petty Officer Diver Ian Fleming to handover £500 to say thank you to Gosport's Diving Museum. CPO Fleming used one of the Diving Museum's 200lb historic diving suits to compete in the 2012 Great South Run, in which he was able to raise £5,000 for the British Limbless Ex-Service Men's Association (blesma). Pictured: CPO Ian Fleming hands over £500 to John Bevan, head of Gosport's Diving Museum.

Royal Navy Divers Visit Gosport Diving Museum To Thank Staff For Support

Royal Navy Divers visited The Diving Museum in Gosport. The reason for the visit was for Chief Petty Officer Diver Ian Fleming to handover £500 to say thank you to Gosport's Diving Museum. CPO Fleming used one of the Diving Museum's 200lb historic diving suits to compete in the 2012 Great South Run, in which he was able to raise £5,000 for the British Limbless Ex-Service Men's Association (blesma). Pictured: Divers from the Fleet Diving Unit 2 with staff from the Gosport Diving Museum pose for a photo.

Royal Navy Plays Part In Les Miserables

Chief Petty Officer Nathan Dua

Royal Navy Plays Part In Les Miserables

Chief Petty Officer Nathan Dua

Royal Navy Plays Part In Les Miserables

Hugh Jackman in Les Miserables in a scene shot at 9 Dock in Portsmouth Naval Base.

Royal Navy Plays Part In Les Miserables

Hugh Jackman in Les Miserables in a scene shot at 9 Dock in Portsmouth Naval Base.

Naval Base Signs Berthing Agreement With Border Force

left to right: Doug McLellan, assistant director of maritime operations for Border Force, Naval Base Commander, Commodore Jeremy Rigby signing the Berthing Agreement in HMNB Portsmouth's Victory Building.

Naval Base Signs Berthing Agreement With Border Force

Left to Right: Mr Neil Duncan, Mr Craig Wynton, CDR David Hilton, Mr Chris Pratt.

Naval Base Signs Berthing Agreement With Border Force

Doug McLellan, right, Assistant Director of Maritime Operations for Border Force shakes hands with Naval Base Commander, Commodore Jeremy Rigby in front of the Border Force cutter Vigilant.

Naval Base Signs Berthing Agreement With Border Force

UK Border Force Executives, a Royal Navy Commander and the Naval Base Commander stand in front of a UK Border Force cutter Vigilant.

Afghan Medal For Civilian Finance Manager

Jerry receiving the medal from Vice Admiral Andrew Mathews, the Royal Navy’s Chief of Materiel (Fleet)

Navy Upgrades Children’s Centre Playground

The Royal Navy sailors and a civilian contractor stand behind a group of the children from the school. Four Royal Navy sailors have been spending the last couple of weeks helping to refurbish a local school's garden playground. The project is due to be completed within the next couple of weeks. The Willow Centre for Children is in the North End area of Portsmouth, and offers integrated education and care for children from 3 months to 5 years.

Navy Upgrades Children’s Centre Playground

The Royal Navy sailors and a civilian contractor stand with a group of the children from the school. Four Royal Navy sailors have been spending the last couple of weeks helping to refurbish a local school's garden playground. The project is due to be completed within the next couple of weeks. The Willow Centre for Children is in the North End area of Portsmouth, and offers integrated education and care for children from 3 months to 5 years.

Navy Upgrades Children’s Centre Playground

The Royal Navy sailors and a civilian contractor stand behind a group of the children from the school. Four Royal Navy sailors have been spending the last couple of weeks helping to refurbish a local school's garden playground. The project is due to be completed within the next couple of weeks. The Willow Centre for Children is in the North End area of Portsmouth, and offers integrated education and care for children from 3 months to 5 years.

Indian Warship Arrives In Portsmouth

The Conference delegates within the Battle Staff Headquarters at HMS Excellent.Today, 21st November 2012, delegates from the UK and Indian navies conducted a joint planning conference, known as KONKAN 12.KONKAN 12 is the fifth in a series of bilateral maritime exercises and conferences between the Indian and Royal Navies aimed at developing a shared understanding of maritime operations. This year’s conference has focused on developing a greater understanding of Amphibious Operations doctrine, capability and tactics in order that the two navies may work together in years to come. *** Local Caption *** Pictured - Back Row, left to right: Lt Cdr Hattle RN, Capt Sharma, Indian Navy,Lt Cdr Howells RN,Lt Cdr Maynard RN. Front Row, left to right:Cdre Beecha, Indian Navy,Cdre Sethi, Indian Navy,Cdre Blunden, RN - DCOMUKMARFOR,Maj Chopra, Indian Army.

Indian Warship Arrives In Portsmouth

Indian Naval Ship Tarkash arriving in Portsmouth

Indian Warship Arrives In Portsmouth

Indian Naval Ship Tarkash arriving in Portsmouth

Members of Europe’s Channel Command Annual Meeting held at Victory Building at HMNB Portsmouth

Pictured - Members of the CHANCOM Annual Meeting held at Victory Building at HMNB Portsmouth. NAVAL BASE HOSTS KEY DEFENCE CONFERENCE Top brass from European navies descended on Portsmouth Naval Base for a key conference debating the continent’s defence issues. Twelve representatives from Europe’s Channel Command – known as CHANCOM – attended their annual forum which is hosted by a different partner nation each year. The group comprises five nations which border the channel – the UK, France, Germany, Belgium and Netherlands. Senior naval staff from ‘observer’ nations of Spain, Italy and Portugal also attended. Communications was a key theme debated at the conference, including the importance of strategic messaging and a common narrative. Naval Base Commander, Commodore Jeremy Rigby, said: “We were delighted to host such a high-profile event. With so many heads of European navies present it was an excellent opportunity to promote the importance and growth of the base and Portsmouth as a whole.”

Navy pays its respects on Remembrance Day

HMS KING ALFRED AT SOUTHSEA MEMORIAL AND PORTSMOUTH GUILDHALL FOR REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY – 11/11/12 Pictured - HMS King Alfred personnel on parade at the Southsea War Memorial. Today, 11TH November 2012, personnel from the Royal Navy Reserve Establishment HMS King Alfred, at Whale Island, took part in Remembrance Parades at the Southsea War Memorial and Portsmouth Guildhall Square. 1 Officer, 1 Senior Rating and 18 Junior Ratings were present. VIPs laid wreaths at both venues, with the Mayor of Portsmouth and HMS King Alfred’s Commanding Officer at the Guildhall. HMS King Alfred supported a number of Remembrance Sunday events to mark the National Day of Remembrance. Personnel from the Royal Navy Reserve Establishment were represented at events throughout the South Coast. It was the Commanding Officer’s intention that the Remembrance Parade at the Guildhall Portsmouth was the Unit’s prime focus for the year. The Ministry of Defence participates in and contributes to Remembrance every year, primarily through Service attendance at events led by the Royal British Legion, the Poppy Appeal, Festival of Remembrance and Cenotaph commemorations.

Navy pays its respects on Remembrance Day

HMS KING ALFRED AT SOUTHSEA MEMORIAL AND PORTSMOUTH GUILDHALL FOR REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY – 11/11/12 Pictured - HMS King Alfred personnel with their caps, on parade at the Portsmouth Guildhall. Today, 11TH November 2012, personnel from the Royal Navy Reserve Establishment HMS King Alfred, at Whale Island, took part in Remembrance Parades at the Southsea War Memorial and Portsmouth Guildhall Square. 1 Officer, 1 Senior Rating and 18 Junior Ratings were present. VIPs laid wreaths at both venues, with the Mayor of Portsmouth and HMS King Alfred’s Commanding Officer at the Guildhall. HMS King Alfred supported a number of Remembrance Sunday events to mark the National Day of Remembrance. Personnel from the Royal Navy Reserve Establishment were represented at events throughout the South Coast. It was the Commanding Officer’s intention that the Remembrance Parade at the Guildhall Portsmouth was the Unit’s prime focus for the year. The Ministry of Defence participates in and contributes to Remembrance every year, primarily through Service attendance at events led by the Royal British Legion, the Poppy Appeal, Festival of Remembrance and Cenotaph commemorations.

Navy pays its respects on Remembrance Day

HMS KING ALFRED AT SOUTHSEA MEMORIAL AND PORTSMOUTH GUILDHALL FOR REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY – 11/11/12Pictured - HMS King Alfred personnel on parade at the Southsea War Memorial.Today, 11TH November 2012, personnel from the Royal Navy Reserve Establishment HMS King Alfred, at Whale Island, took part in Remembrance Parades at the Southsea War Memorial and Portsmouth Guildhall Square. 1 Officer, 1 Senior Rating and 18 Junior Ratings were present. VIPs laid wreaths at both venues, with the Mayor of Portsmouth and HMS King Alfred’s Commanding Officer at the Guildhall.HMS King Alfred supported a number of Remembrance Sunday events to mark the National Day of Remembrance. Personnel from the Royal Navy Reserve Establishment were represented at events throughout the South Coast. It was the Commanding Officer’s intention that the Remembrance Parade at the Guildhall Portsmouth was the Unit’s prime focus for the year.The Ministry of Defence participates in and contributes to Remembrance every year, primarily through Service attendance at events led by the Royal British Legion, the Poppy Appeal, Festival of Remembrance and Cenotaph commemorations.

Princess Royal visits Portsmouth Naval Base

PRINCESS ROYAL MARKS DIAMOND JUBILEE AND FALKLANDS ANNIVERSARY HRH The Princess Royal, Commodore-in-Chief Portsmouth, visited the city’s naval base today (October 18) to mark two anniversaries. HRH visited St Ann’s Church in the base for a service of thanksgiving marking the Queen’s diamond jubilee and the 30th anniversary of the Falklands conflict. The Princess Royal unveiled a plaque commemorating the jubilee and the Right Reverend Dr Stephen Venner, Bishop to Her Majesty’s Forces, dedicated two new glass doors which are decorated with a jubilee and Falklands insignia. Naval base chaplain Reverend Keith Robus, who helped organise the event, said: “Today’s visit by Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal is the culmination of major restoration work completed in St Ann's Church in HM Naval Base Portsmouth. The official opening and dedication of the Diamond Jubilee Doors brings a new light and perspective to the church. “We at St Ann's are delighted with all our new facilities which will enhance our service to those who worship in the church, those in the base and to our many visitors from the wider community.” Images by LA(PHOT) Dave Jenkins

Princess Royal visits Portsmouth Naval Base

PRINCESS ROYAL MARKS DIAMOND JUBILEE AND FALKLANDS ANNIVERSARY HRH The Princess Royal, Commodore-in-Chief Portsmouth, visited the city’s naval base today (October 18) to mark two anniversaries. HRH visited St Ann’s Church in the base for a service of thanksgiving marking the Queen’s diamond jubilee and the 30th anniversary of the Falklands conflict. The Princess Royal unveiled a plaque commemorating the jubilee and the Right Reverend Dr Stephen Venner, Bishop to Her Majesty’s Forces, dedicated two new glass doors which are decorated with a jubilee and Falklands insignia. Naval base chaplain Reverend Keith Robus, who helped organise the event, said: “Today’s visit by Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal is the culmination of major restoration work completed in St Ann's Church in HM Naval Base Portsmouth. The official opening and dedication of the Diamond Jubilee Doors brings a new light and perspective to the church. “We at St Ann's are delighted with all our new facilities which will enhance our service to those who worship in the church, those in the base and to our many visitors from the wider community.” Images by LA(PHOT) Dave Jenkins

Princess Royal visits Portsmouth Naval Base

PRINCESS ROYAL MARKS DIAMOND JUBILEE AND FALKLANDS ANNIVERSARY HRH The Princess Royal, Commodore-in-Chief Portsmouth, visited the city’s naval base today (October 18) to mark two anniversaries. HRH visited St Ann’s Church in the base for a service of thanksgiving marking the Queen’s diamond jubilee and the 30th anniversary of the Falklands conflict. The Princess Royal unveiled a plaque commemorating the jubilee and the Right Reverend Dr Stephen Venner, Bishop to Her Majesty’s Forces, dedicated two new glass doors which are decorated with a jubilee and Falklands insignia. Naval base chaplain Reverend Keith Robus, who helped organise the event, said: “Today’s visit by Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal is the culmination of major restoration work completed in St Ann's Church in HM Naval Base Portsmouth. The official opening and dedication of the Diamond Jubilee Doors brings a new light and perspective to the church. “We at St Ann's are delighted with all our new facilities which will enhance our service to those who worship in the church, those in the base and to our many visitors from the wider community.” Images by LA(PHOT) Dave Jenkins

Princess Royal visits Portsmouth Naval Base

PRINCESS ROYAL MARKS DIAMOND JUBILEE AND FALKLANDS ANNIVERSARY HRH The Princess Royal, Commodore-in-Chief Portsmouth, visited the city’s naval base today (October 18) to mark two anniversaries. HRH visited St Ann’s Church in the base for a service of thanksgiving marking the Queen’s diamond jubilee and the 30th anniversary of the Falklands conflict. The Princess Royal unveiled a plaque commemorating the jubilee and the Right Reverend Dr Stephen Venner, Bishop to Her Majesty’s Forces, dedicated two new glass doors which are decorated with a jubilee and Falklands insignia. Naval base chaplain Reverend Keith Robus, who helped organise the event, said: “Today’s visit by Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal is the culmination of major restoration work completed in St Ann's Church in HM Naval Base Portsmouth. The official opening and dedication of the Diamond Jubilee Doors brings a new light and perspective to the church. “We at St Ann's are delighted with all our new facilities which will enhance our service to those who worship in the church, those in the base and to our many visitors from the wider community.” Image shows 8 year old Eva Sharp from Brighton presenting flowers to Her Royal Highness Princess Ann Images by LA(PHOT) Dave Jenkins

Princess Royal visits Portsmouth Naval Base

PRINCESS ROYAL MARKS DIAMOND JUBILEE AND FALKLANDS ANNIVERSARY HRH The Princess Royal, Commodore-in-Chief Portsmouth, visited the city’s naval base today (October 18) to mark two anniversaries. HRH visited St Ann’s Church in the base for a service of thanksgiving marking the Queen’s diamond jubilee and the 30th anniversary of the Falklands conflict. The Princess Royal unveiled a plaque commemorating the jubilee and the Right Reverend Dr Stephen Venner, Bishop to Her Majesty’s Forces, dedicated two new glass doors which are decorated with a jubilee and Falklands insignia. Naval base chaplain Reverend Keith Robus, who helped organise the event, said: “Today’s visit by Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal is the culmination of major restoration work completed in St Ann's Church in HM Naval Base Portsmouth. The official opening and dedication of the Diamond Jubilee Doors brings a new light and perspective to the church. “We at St Ann's are delighted with all our new facilities which will enhance our service to those who worship in the church, those in the base and to our many visitors from the wider community.” Image shows 8 year old Eva Sharp from Brighton presenting flowers to Her Royal Highness Princess Ann Images by LA(PHOT) Dave Jenkins

Princess Royal visits Portsmouth Naval Base

PRINCESS ROYAL MARKS DIAMOND JUBILEE AND FALKLANDS ANNIVERSARY HRH The Princess Royal, Commodore-in-Chief Portsmouth, visited the city’s naval base today (October 18) to mark two anniversaries. HRH visited St Ann’s Church in the base for a service of thanksgiving marking the Queen’s diamond jubilee and the 30th anniversary of the Falklands conflict. The Princess Royal unveiled a plaque commemorating the jubilee and the Right Reverend Dr Stephen Venner, Bishop to Her Majesty’s Forces, dedicated two new glass doors which are decorated with a jubilee and Falklands insignia. Naval base chaplain Reverend Keith Robus, who helped organise the event, said: “Today’s visit by Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal is the culmination of major restoration work completed in St Ann's Church in HM Naval Base Portsmouth. The official opening and dedication of the Diamond Jubilee Doors brings a new light and perspective to the church. “We at St Ann's are delighted with all our new facilities which will enhance our service to those who worship in the church, those in the base and to our many visitors from the wider community.” Images by LA(PHOT) Dave Jenkins

Commodore Tony Radakin

Commodore Tony Radakin

Chief Petty Officer Naval Nurse Dean Whybrow with his award

A Portsmouth-based Naval Nurse has been awarded the title Mental Health Worker of the Year, recognising his outstanding contribution to nursing and patient care within the city and the wider Defence Mental Health Services. Chief Petty Officer Naval Nurse Dean Whybrow, 41, works as a Mental Health Nurse in the Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH) based in Portsmouth Naval Base, serving all military personnel across the south of England.

Chief Petty Officer Naval Nurse Dean Whybrow with his award

A Portsmouth-based Naval Nurse has been awarded the title Mental Health Worker of the Year, recognising his outstanding contribution to nursing and patient care within the city and the wider Defence Mental Health Services. Chief Petty Officer Naval Nurse Dean Whybrow, 41, works as a Mental Health Nurse in the Department of Community Mental Health (DCMH) based in Portsmouth Naval Base, serving all military personnel across the south of England.

Southampton Boat Show 2012

HMS Hood

HMS Hood

Ambitious mission to raise the bell of the mighty Hood resumes

Ambitious mission to raise the bell of the mighty Hood resumes

HMS Hood

HMS Hood

Portsmouth £18m ammo facility ready for its first ship

Sonny Ward takes great delight in soaking AB Yates

(Pictured: Sonny Ward takes great delight in soaking AB Yates) A team of sailors from 1710 Naval Air Squadron (NAS), based in HM Naval Base Portsmouth, showed their support to local charity the Beneficial Foundation today (Aug 1) when they lent a hand at the charities fundraiser held at Portsmouth College. 1710 NAS has been affiliated to the Beneficial Foundation since they moved to Portsmouth Naval Base in 2010 and have been supporting the charity ever since. The sailors helped set up the event, ran a stall and willingly took part in the ‘soak a sailor’ game to help raise much needed funds for the foundation.They have also worked on other projects including re-painting the front of the foundations building and renovating an overgrown and unusable allotment in the city. When they are not doing good deeds in the community, the team from 1710 NAS are part of the Ministry of Defence's centre of expertise for helicopter structural repair, service modifications and scientific support to military aviation. (Quote: (Jennie Brent, Chief Executive Beneficial Foundation) The Beneficial Foundation is a 33 year registered charity. We train support and help adults with special needs to gain skills, qualifications and build their self esteem which then enable them to join the world of work. The intention of our events is to raise the profile of the work we do in the community. The vast input from the Navy has been essential to the success of our Treasure Island theme this year. The proactive caring approach the team from 1710 Naval Air Squadron have given to us has been so very much appreciated

Jude Clark and his little brother Noah Clark take part in soak a sailor, by throwing sponges at AB Yates

(Pictured: Jude Clark and his little brother Noah Clark take part in soak a sailor, by throwing sponges at AB Yates) A team of sailors from 1710 Naval Air Squadron (NAS), based in HM Naval Base Portsmouth, showed their support to local charity the Beneficial Foundation today (Aug 1) when they lent a hand at the charities fundraiser held at Portsmouth College. 1710 NAS has been affiliated to the Beneficial Foundation since they moved to Portsmouth Naval Base in 2010 and have been supporting the charity ever since. The sailors helped set up the event, ran a stall and willingly took part in the ‘soak a sailor’ game to help raise much needed funds for the foundation.They have also worked on other projects including re-painting the front of the foundations building and renovating an overgrown and unusable allotment in the city. When they are not doing good deeds in the community, the team from 1710 NAS are part of the Ministry of Defence's centre of expertise for helicopter structural repair, service modifications and scientific support to military aviation. (Quote: (Jennie Brent, Chief Executive Beneficial Foundation) The Beneficial Foundation is a 33 year registered charity. We train support and help adults with special needs to gain skills, qualifications and build their self esteem which then enable them to join the world of work. The intention of our events is to raise the profile of the work we do in the community. The vast input from the Navy has been essential to the success of our Treasure Island theme this year. The proactive caring approach the team from 1710 Naval Air Squadron have given to us has been so very much appreciated

Noah Clark takes part in soak a sailor, by throwing sponges at AB Yates

(Pictured: Noah Clark takes part in soak a sailor, by throwing sponges at AB Yates) A team of sailors from 1710 Naval Air Squadron (NAS), based in HM Naval Base Portsmouth, showed their support to local charity the Beneficial Foundation today (Aug 1) when they lent a hand at the charities fundraiser held at Portsmouth College. 1710 NAS has been affiliated to the Beneficial Foundation since they moved to Portsmouth Naval Base in 2010 and have been supporting the charity ever since. The sailors helped set up the event, ran a stall and willingly took part in the ‘soak a sailor’ game to help raise much needed funds for the foundation.They have also worked on other projects including re-painting the front of the foundations building and renovating an overgrown and unusable allotment in the city. When they are not doing good deeds in the community, the team from 1710 NAS are part of the Ministry of Defence's centre of expertise for helicopter structural repair, service modifications and scientific support to military aviation. (Quote: (Jennie Brent, Chief Executive Beneficial Foundation) The Beneficial Foundation is a 33 year registered charity. We train support and help adults with special needs to gain skills, qualifications and build their self esteem which then enable them to join the world of work. The intention of our events is to raise the profile of the work we do in the community. The vast input from the Navy has been essential to the success of our Treasure Island theme this year. The proactive caring approach the team from 1710 Naval Air Squadron have given to us has been so very much appreciated

Leading Seaman (Diver) Martin Platts

BOMB DISPOSAL EXPERT GETS AFGHANISTAN AWARD A Royal Navy bomb disposal expert who has recently returned from Afghanistan has been awarded a Commendation for his work with the Afghan National Army (ANA). Leading Seaman (Diver) Martin Platts, 34, was given the award for outstanding achievement during Operation Herrick – with only 50 of the accolades handed out across Task Force Helmand. A Royal Navy diver by trade, Martin spent the first half of his six month tour of duty teaching the ANA’s first bomb disposal operator how to neutralise IEDs. He also cleared bombs for patrolling ISAF forces in Khar Nikah during a particularly busy spell of insurgent activity. Martin, 34, who lives in Southsea with wife Fiona and baby Indiana, 1, said: “I am glad to have been involved in the training and mentoring programme and really proud to have been picked for this award. “During the last operation I was involved in I bumped into the ANA operator we had been training earlier in the deployment and he told me he had cleared 130 IEDs without any incident since I last saw him and thanked me for the training. That was a really good feeling.” Image shows Leading Diver Martin Platt with his Commendation award as well as Osprey Protective Clothing Equipment and Robot Bomb Detective Device. *** Local Caption *** Leading Diver Martin Platts

Leading Seaman (Diver) Martin Platts

BOMB DISPOSAL EXPERT GETS AFGHANISTAN AWARD A Royal Navy bomb disposal expert who has recently returned from Afghanistan has been awarded a Commendation for his work with the Afghan National Army (ANA). Leading Seaman (Diver) Martin Platts, 34, was given the award for outstanding achievement during Operation Herrick – with only 50 of the accolades handed out across Task Force Helmand. A Royal Navy diver by trade, Martin spent the first half of his six month tour of duty teaching the ANA’s first bomb disposal operator how to neutralise IEDs. He also cleared bombs for patrolling ISAF forces in Khar Nikah during a particularly busy spell of insurgent activity. Martin, 34, who lives in Southsea with wife Fiona and baby Indiana, 1, said: “I am glad to have been involved in the training and mentoring programme and really proud to have been picked for this award. “During the last operation I was involved in I bumped into the ANA operator we had been training earlier in the deployment and he told me he had cleared 130 IEDs without any incident since I last saw him and thanked me for the training. That was a really good feeling.” Image shows Leading Diver Martin Platt with his commendation award at Fleet Diving Bomb Disposal Unit, Horsea Island; Portsmouth. *** Local Caption *** Leading Diver Martin Platts

Leading Seaman (Diver) Martin Platts

BOMB DISPOSAL EXPERT GETS AFGHANISTAN AWARD A Royal Navy bomb disposal expert who has recently returned from Afghanistan has been awarded a Commendation for his work with the Afghan National Army (ANA). Leading Seaman (Diver) Martin Platts, 34, was given the award for outstanding achievement during Operation Herrick – with only 50 of the accolades handed out across Task Force Helmand. A Royal Navy diver by trade, Martin spent the first half of his six month tour of duty teaching the ANA’s first bomb disposal operator how to neutralise IEDs. He also cleared bombs for patrolling ISAF forces in Khar Nikah during a particularly busy spell of insurgent activity. Martin, 34, who lives in Southsea with wife Fiona and baby Indiana, 1, said: “I am glad to have been involved in the training and mentoring programme and really proud to have been picked for this award. “During the last operation I was involved in I bumped into the ANA operator we had been training earlier in the deployment and he told me he had cleared 130 IEDs without any incident since I last saw him and thanked me for the training. That was a really good feeling.” Image shows Portrait Leading Diver Martin Platt at Fleet Bomb Disposal Unit, Horsea Island; Portsmouth. *** Local Caption *** Leading Diver Martin Platts

Leading Seaman (Diver) Martin Platts

BOMB DISPOSAL EXPERT GETS AFGHANISTAN AWARD A Royal Navy bomb disposal expert who has recently returned from Afghanistan has been awarded a Commendation for his work with the Afghan National Army (ANA). Leading Seaman (Diver) Martin Platts, 34, was given the award for outstanding achievement during Operation Herrick – with only 50 of the accolades handed out across Task Force Helmand. A Royal Navy diver by trade, Martin spent the first half of his six month tour of duty teaching the ANA’s first bomb disposal operator how to neutralise IEDs. He also cleared bombs for patrolling ISAF forces in Khar Nikah during a particularly busy spell of insurgent activity. Martin, 34, who lives in Southsea with wife Fiona and baby Indiana, 1, said: “I am glad to have been involved in the training and mentoring programme and really proud to have been picked for this award. “During the last operation I was involved in I bumped into the ANA operator we had been training earlier in the deployment and he told me he had cleared 130 IEDs without any incident since I last saw him and thanked me for the training. That was a really good feeling.” Image shows Leading Diver Martin Platt in situ in Afghanistan conducting a finger test whilst detecting bomb. *** Local Caption *** Leading Diver Martin Platts

The photograph shows the sailors with Nobby Clarke (front left), Fred Gleave, Club Secretary and licensee (front centre) and Warrant Officer Derek Rea, who organised the working party.

Commander-in-Chief's Cup

Commander-in-Chief's Cup

Commander-in-Chief's Cup

Commander-in-Chief's Cup

Commander-in-Chief's Cup

Marines’ taekwon-do spirit shines at Navy sports awards

Marines’ taekwon-do spirit shines at Navy sports awards

On the 2nd of March 2012, Second Sea Lord presented awards for the Royal Navy Sports 2012, which took place at Trafalgar room, Wardroom; HMS Nelson. *** Local Caption *** Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery Second Sea Lord,

Marines’ taekwon-do spirit shines at Navy sports awards

On the 2nd of March 2012, Second Sea Lord presented awards for the Royal Navy Sports 2012, which took place at Trafalgar room, Wardroom; HMS Nelson. *** Local Caption *** Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery Second Sea Lord,

Marines’ taekwon-do spirit shines at Navy sports awards

On the 2nd of March 2012, Second Sea Lord presented awards for the Royal Navy Sports 2012, which took place at Trafalgar room, Wardroom; HMS Nelson. *** Local Caption *** Vice Admiral Charles Montgomery Second Sea Lord,

Cdr Steve Shaw with WO2 Benn Laidler

Linda Wallace with Leading Steward Anne-lise Davis

Leading Steward Anne-lise Davis with a few of the Quick Read books

21 Gun Salute fired to mark the 60th anniversary of the Queen's accession to the throne

21 Gun Salute fired to mark the 60th anniversary of the Queen's accession to the throne

21 Gun Salute fired to mark the 60th anniversary of the Queen's accession to the throne

Army cadets Visit Diving School

Army cadets Visit Diving School

Defence diving School Gym

Defence diving School Gym

Defence diving School Gym

RN Bomb Disposal

ROYAL NAVY BOMB DISPOSAL DUOPREPARE FOR AFGHANISTAN MISSIONTwo Royal Navy explosive experts head for Afghanistan next week (27/1) to play a key role in dealing with deadly roadside bombs.Lieutenant Commander Al Nekrews and Leading Diver Craig Waghorn will deploy as the Navy’s first high-threat team specialising in handling improvised explosive devices (IEDs).The Horsea Island-based duo have just qualified as the Navy’s first high-threat IED operators and will work throughout Helmand Province for six months, supported by two British Army personnel.Consent forms held by FRPU(E)

RN Bomb Disposal

ROYAL NAVY BOMB DISPOSAL DUOPREPARE FOR AFGHANISTAN MISSIONTwo Royal Navy explosive experts head for Afghanistan next week (27/1) to play a key role in dealing with deadly roadside bombs.Lieutenant Commander Al Nekrews and Leading Diver Craig Waghorn will deploy as the Navy’s first high-threat team specialising in handling improvised explosive devices (IEDs).The Horsea Island-based duo have just qualified as the Navy’s first high-threat IED operators and will work throughout Helmand Province for six months, supported by two British Army personnel.Consent forms held by FRPU(E)

RN Bomb Disposal

ROYAL NAVY BOMB DISPOSAL DUOPREPARE FOR AFGHANISTAN MISSIONTwo Royal Navy explosive experts head for Afghanistan next week (27/1) to play a key role in dealing with deadly roadside bombs.Lieutenant Commander Al Nekrews and Leading Diver Craig Waghorn will deploy as the Navy’s first high-threat team specialising in handling improvised explosive devices (IEDs).The Horsea Island-based duo have just qualified as the Navy’s first high-threat IED operators and will work throughout Helmand Province for six months, supported by two British Army personnel.Consent forms held by FRPU(E)

RN Bomb Disposal

ROYAL NAVY BOMB DISPOSAL DUOPREPARE FOR AFGHANISTAN MISSIONTwo Royal Navy explosive experts head for Afghanistan next week (27/1) to play a key role in dealing with deadly roadside bombs.Lieutenant Commander Al Nekrews and Leading Diver Craig Waghorn will deploy as the Navy’s first high-threat team specialising in handling improvised explosive devices (IEDs).The Horsea Island-based duo have just qualified as the Navy’s first high-threat IED operators and will work throughout Helmand Province for six months, supported by two British Army personnel.Consent forms held by FRPU(E)

RN Bomb Disposal

ROYAL NAVY BOMB DISPOSAL DUOPREPARE FOR AFGHANISTAN MISSIONTwo Royal Navy explosive experts head for Afghanistan next week (27/1) to play a key role in dealing with deadly roadside bombs.Lieutenant Commander Al Nekrews and Leading Diver Craig Waghorn will deploy as the Navy’s first high-threat team specialising in handling improvised explosive devices (IEDs).The Horsea Island-based duo have just qualified as the Navy’s first high-threat IED operators and will work throughout Helmand Province for six months, supported by two British Army personnel.Consent forms held by FRPU(E)

HMNB Portsmouth

HMNB Portsmouth

HMNB Portsmouth

HMNB Portsmouth

HMNB Portsmouth

HMNB Portsmouth

Commodore Rupert Wallace

Historic Dockyard

Historic Dockyard

Historic Dockyard

HMS Victory

Commodore Rob Thompson

Cdr Nigel Hare

Submarine Escape Training Tank

Submarine Escape Training Tank

Naval Base Commander opens the new General Service Respirator Testing Building.

Naval Base Commander opens the new General Service Respirator Testing Building.

Naval Base Commander opens the new General Service Respirator Testing Building.

Three Graffiti artists have brought a splash of colour to HMS Nelson's gym

Three Graffiti artists have brought a splash of colour to HMS Nelson's gym

Three Graffiti artists have brought a splash of colour to HMS Nelson's gym

Three Graffiti artists have brought a splash of colour to HMS Nelson's gym

Staff at Portsmouth Naval Base turned out in force to bid farewell to their outgoing Commander – Commodore Rob Thompson – as he was driven out of the establishment for the last time.

Staff at Portsmouth Naval Base turned out in force to bid farewell to their outgoing Commander – Commodore Rob Thompson – as he was driven out of the establishment for the last time. Hundreds of service and civilian personnel lined the route as Cdre Thompson was chauffeured out in a six-tonne Army cargo vehicle from Marchwood military port at Southampton which also comes under his command. The band of the Royal Marines School of Music gave him a musical send-off, playing outside the Naval Base Headquarters as he departed the building for the final time. After three years in post, Cdre Thompson, 53, is moving to Edinburgh for a secondment to a civilian finance firm. Cdre Thompson said: “I am delighted to say that in my short period as custodian of the Naval base, the job has been as interesting, varied and indeed challenging as I had expected. The pace of change quickens and the Base will be busier then ever preparing for the arrival of the last two Type 45 destroyers and the Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carriers. “I have many fond memories of my time at the base and the support I have had from the military and civilian workforce has been tremendous.” His successor is 45 year-old Cdre Tony Radakin whose last job was commander of the maritime task force in Iraq. *** Local Caption *** Cdre Rob Thompson

Staff at Portsmouth Naval Base turned out in force to bid farewell to their outgoing Commander – Commodore Rob Thompson – as he was driven out of the establishment for the last time.

Staff at Portsmouth Naval Base turned out in force to bid farewell to their outgoing Commander – Commodore Rob Thompson – as he was driven out of the establishment for the last time. Hundreds of service and civilian personnel lined the route as Cdre Thompson was chauffeured out in a six-tonne Army cargo vehicle from Marchwood military port at Southampton which also comes under his command. The band of the Royal Marines School of Music gave him a musical send-off, playing outside the Naval Base Headquarters as he departed the building for the final time. After three years in post, Cdre Thompson, 53, is moving to Edinburgh for a secondment to a civilian finance firm. Cdre Thompson said: “I am delighted to say that in my short period as custodian of the Naval base, the job has been as interesting, varied and indeed challenging as I had expected. The pace of change quickens and the Base will be busier then ever preparing for the arrival of the last two Type 45 destroyers and the Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carriers. “I have many fond memories of my time at the base and the support I have had from the military and civilian workforce has been tremendous.” His successor is 45 year-old Cdre Tony Radakin whose last job was commander of the maritime task force in Iraq. *** Local Caption *** Cdre Rob Thompson

Royal Navy explosive experts have successfully blown up a rare 400lb German mine off the north Kent coast.