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show we were more than capable in executing the new SCR and RFT(S) testing criteria within the confides of our camp. The RAPTCI’s underwent the training for all the new GCC testing and had the rare opportunity to collectively share good practices and discuss barriers we are currently facing. Key personalities from HQ ASPT helped support the delivery of this and shared knowledge from the top down.
A2020 refine has seen 33 Engr Regt gain another squadron with 35 Engr Regiment (EOD&S) now fully reformed under their new name, also soon to gain another Sqn. 29 Group Support Unit is coming into its second year and running well, this newly formed Unit supports both Regiments and acts as the central spine throughout the Station.
After a busy year for all, the Regiment unwound with their annual Carver barracks CO’s Xmas fun run organised by the Gymnasium. This included 35 Engr Regt (EOD&S) 33 Engr Regt (EOD) and Group Support Unit.
Over the next 12 months we as a Station of 3 Regiments look forward to combining ideas on how we can move forward in our training, education and mental resilience. This will be done through the implementation of leadership tasks, fitness comps, sport, AT and role specific taskings. It is an exciting time for us as we are facing new challenges and being tested, as coaches, leaders and mentors. I sense that a change is happening especially with unit Fitness and I am proud to be part of that change.
Personnel from Carver Barracks Wimbish enjoying a Xmas CO’s Fun Run
HEADQUARTERS 11 INFANTRY BRIGADE AND SOUTH EAST DISTRICT
Capt (MAA) RJ Roberts RAPTC
Having completed 3 years as SO3 R&D in July 18, it was time to move onto pastures new and take over the reigns of HQ 11 Infantry
Brigade and South East District from Capt (MAA) Sid Saunders. Thanks for the comprehensive handover and the numerous questions in the first few weeks when I took over!
The most populated region in the UK, 11 Brigade was formed from the amalgamation of the old 145 (Home Counties) and 2 (South East) Bdes thus, the area of responsibility I cover is from Milton Keynes in the North, down to the Isle of White in the South, Middle Wallop and Andover to the West and Shorncliffe to the East. In addition, the Brigade look after Brunei and a number of Garrison HQs.
The daily churn of PD related issues is relentless and no matter how long you have been in the RAPTC, the questions that come across this desk surprises even me. Looking after the Army Reserves poses different challenges to the Regular Units, added to this is the Head of Arm MS responsibility for 33 RAPTCIs and also the help and assistance I provide to the 30+ who sit outside the RPOC chain within the ARITC and LWC organisations; ensures you are never bored in this post!
The Brigade have numerous outstanding RAPTCIs who are all delivering the APTS, PES and routine PD issues to their Units in a fantastic and professional manner and I thank them for their hard work this
last year. Of particular note I must highlight WO2 (QMSI) Amos Greenfield and Sgt (SI) Dave Snowling who have been invaluable