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43 Commando Fleet Protection Group Royal Marines is a 550-strong Unit based at HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland.
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From snipers who can disable a moving speedboat from a pursuit helicopter, through to close combat and cold-weather warfare specialists, 43 Commando Fleet Protection Group Royal Marines are the elite warriors who protect the UK’s strategic nuclear deterrent. The unit works closely with the Ministry Of Defence (MOD) Police but also supports the Atomic Weapons Establishment, US Marine Corps and US Coast Guard. Ready and able 24/7/365, 43 Commando delivers specialist capability in a uniquely complex urban, maritime, industrial environment.
O and P Squadrons specialise in waterfront nuclear security, while R Squadron focus on dynamic nuclear security on the Clyde and throughout the UK. Skills include:
British ships and units, which include the Royal Marines, are committed to operations around the world.
Surveying, gathering data and upholding environmental regulations in the seas around Antarctica.
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43 Commando Fleet Protection Group Royal Marines have a vital core mission: preventing unauthorised access to the UK’s strategic nuclear deterrent. They work on operations in the UK, and refine their skills through continuous training exercises at home and abroad. The unit is also part of 3 Commando Brigade, the UK’s high-readiness expeditionary amphibious force. From counter-piracy and counter-narcotics to maritime interdiction operations, 3 Commando Brigade protects, secures and safeguards across the Middle East, Africa and the Caribbean.
One of the most famous names in Royal Marines history returned with the re-formation of 43 Commando at Faslane – officially titled 43 Commando Fleet Protection Group Royal Marines.
43 Commando headed for the most challenging environment in the world, deploying on HMS Protector as it headed for the British Antarctic Territory.
Boarding specialists from 43 Commando supported the £8.5m HMS Somerset raid on a suspect vessel in the Arabian Sea.
Elite forces from 43 Commando and their US counterparts headed for Cameroon to train locals in board and search.
The Harvey VC Building provided improved operational facilities for the Royal Marines conducting specialist security duties.
Boarding and search specialists found narcotics hidden beneath 3 tonnes of ice in the hold of a fishing boat.
The 43 Commando tartan registered with the Scottish Register of Tartans!
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Courage. Determination. Selflessness. These are the qualities that make the Royal Marines the world’s most renowned commando force.
The UK has to be ready to protect its interests and its allies. This is where the Royal Navy comes in: we train to go where we’re needed, by sea, land or air.
The UK has a responsibility to its citizens and its allies to endeavour to safeguard the high seas. This is why the Royal Navy protects home and international waters.
