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Daily stories from the British Armed Forces community at home and around the world. Join Lauren Mitchell and the BFBS Radio team as they link up with soldiers, sailors, aircrew and military families across the globe, sharing stories about the issues and real life experiences that matter to you. From life on deployment to life back home, BFBS Daily Dits brings you British military voices, culture and conversation in one place. With over 80 years of serving the forces community, BFBS continues to inform, connect and entertain wherever you are in the world.

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A Heartwarming Farewell for the CBF Gibraltar Jul 3, 2026 875 After a four-year tenure as Commander British Forces Gibraltar, Tom Guy waves goodbye and sets sail for the next chapter. BFBS Gini Carlin tells Lauren Mitchell about the special send-off... ⛵ In this episode: Visitors to the Rock A final farewell for CBF Tom Guy Highlights of Tom’s time in command And who’s the new CBF? 📻 Fancy more to listen to? BFBS SITRE

REME Captain takes on Three Ultra Marathons Jul 2, 2026 675 Captain James Harris of REME is taking on an extraordinary fundraising challenge: three ultra marathons in four months.  BFBS’s Richard Wyeth gives Lauren Mitchell all the details.  🏃‍♂️ In this episode: A look back at the Jurassic Ultra A summer holiday won’t stop preparations Nearly £3000 raised for Help for Heroes Can he conquer the final and toughest run

A Very British Festival for NATO troops in Belgium Jul 1, 2026 826 The military community in SHAPE (Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe) in Belgium, have celebrated British culture at BRIT Fete.   Curtis Tyler visited the event and catches up with Lauren Mitchell. 😎 In this episode: British personnel and families show off their culture and cuisine Find out about the diversity of the NATO teams that make up SHAPE  Curtis ge

24 hours of Swimming in Brunei Jun 30, 2026 882 Team spirit was high in British Forces Brunei as the community came together for a 24-hour swimathon. The event raised money for the Army Benevolent Fund and several Bruneian charities.    Honor Mant was poolside and catches up with Lauren Mitchell. 🏊 In this episode: Serving personnel, families and locals take on this relay swim  Chief of Staff and other military lea

Friendly Rivalry at Armed Forces Day in Aldershot Jun 29, 2026 661 Armed Forces Day celebrations took place in Aldershot on Saturday, bringing together all three services for a packed day of displays, activities, and community engagement. BFBS’s George Ryland shared her highlights with Ryan Galpin. 🫡 In this episode:A rundown of the dayInsight into being a Chinook pilotGeorge makes friends with ex-sniper Aldo KaneMore football predictions📱Watch the high

Army recruits celebrate finishing training Jun 26, 2026 607 Recruits at ATC Pirbright marked a major milestone with a pass-off parade after completing 13 weeks of training. Natasha Reneaux from BFBS Aldershot talks to Ryan Galpin about the big day.  🎉 In this episode: Ice cream, cheer masters, and proud parade-day moments A name change for the 1 Fowler Squadron Look ahead to Armed Forces Day in Aldershot 📻 Useful Links&nb

What will a Social Media Ban mean for Forces Kids? Jun 25, 2026 783 Government plans for new restrictions on social media use for under 16s are likely to change how those in service families keep up with their friends overseas. BFBS’s Joe Carden tells Ryan Galpin what this could mean for the Armed Forces Community.  📱 In this episode:  Insight from Clare Shere MBE, CEO of the Naval Children’s Charity  The shift to safer communica

Armed Forces Week in Scotland Jun 24, 2026 814 Edinburgh commenced Armed Forces Week with a flag raising ceremony at the City Chambers.BFBS’s Mark McKenzie tells Lauren Mitchell all about the day and how he is spotlighting the reserves by making them radio stars.☀️ In this episode:Celebrations in EdinburghScotland’s Armed Forces Week PlansMark gets some new co-hosts📱Watch the Flag Raising on our socials:@bfbs.scotland on Instagram @BFBS S

Military Life on the Rock of Gibraltar Jun 23, 2026 822 Gibraltar is home to a unique Armed Forces community, it’s a great posting with plenty of things to get involved with.BFBS’s George Ryland recounts her recent adventures in Gibraltar for Lauren Mitchell.☀️ In this episode:A look into the Royal Gibraltar RegimentGibraltar’s unique runwayLife with the Royal Navy Gibraltar SquadronPhotobombing the royal navy📱Follow the journey on our social channels:

RAF Falcons wow the crowd at Armed Forces Day in Northern Ireland Jun 22, 2026 790 Armed Forces Day celebrations kicked off in Coleraine in Northern Ireland on Saturday. BFBS’s Rachel Cochrane has all the highlights for Lauren Mitchell. 🫡 In this episode: The Royal Marines abseil from the top of the town hall Rachel chats with Sergeant Luke Riddell from the RAF Falcons Parachute Display Team A flypast from The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Rache

RAF Chinook Role Demo Display Team Take to the Skies for UK Airshows Jun 19, 2026 668 At RAF Odiham, the Royal Air Force Chinook Role Demo Team are making final preparations ahead of appearances at several airshows across the UK this summer.  Richard Wyeth has been chatting to the air crew and shares some behind the scenes insight with Lauren Mitchell.  🚁In this episode: Hear how the RAF aviators wow the crowd, demonstrating the aircraft's versatility and c

British Army Officer named in the King's Birthday Honours List Jun 18, 2026 776 Major Ed Rutherford of the First Fusiliers is awarded the prestigious Member of the British Empire in the King’s Birthday Honours.    BFBS Germany’s Jade Callaway catches up with Lauren Mitchell to share more about the service personnel being recognised. 👑In this episode: What does it feel like to see your name on the Honours list? Find out about the Combat Ready Trai

The Royal Navy Aquatics Team visits Gibraltar Jun 17, 2026 697 The Royal Navy  Aquatics team have held a training camp in Gibraltar as they prepare for the inter services competition later this year. Training is underway for swimming, water polo, diving and open water swimming. BFBS’s Jacob Dyer was poolside with the swimmers and tells Lauren Mitchell all about it. 🏊In this episode: Hear how training is going Find out about the team b

Armed Forces Pay Rise – what you need to know Jun 16, 2026 911 There’s a 3.6% pay rise on the way for military personnel. But what does this mean for you? James Wharton from BFBS Forces News breaks down the numbers. 📈 In this episode: What does this mean for salaries? The Savvy Squaddie gives his view There’s also an increase in accommodation expenses, what’s the impact? How to find out your exact increase. Useful links: &nb

Liberation Day in the Falklands Jun 15, 2026 840 June 14th is Liberation Day in the Falklands, commemorating the end of the 1982 Falklands War.  Tom Paine was there for BFBS and tells Lauren Mitchell all about it. 🐧In this episode: Padre and Reverend Micheal Lock remembers the sacrifice Falkland Islanders and British Forces made for freedom. Hear from Brigadier Charlie Harmer, Commander British Forces South Atlantic Isla

Martial Arts at Catterick Garrison Jun 12, 2026 939 Soldiers have been enjoying a masterclass in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu as part of a three-day martial arts camp at Marne Barracks in Yorkshire. BFBS’s Chris Kaye, who is no stranger to martial arts, tells Lauren Mitchell what went down at the dojo. 🥋In this episode: What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? Hear from Captain Tom Woodman, the BJJ discipline lead in the Army. Did Chris use his

Air Crew from around the world gather in Brunei Jun 11, 2026 707 The Royal Brunei Air Force are celebrating their 65th Anniversary. 667 Squadron Army Air Corps, the British Army’s only jungle aviators, headed to Rimba Air Base for a Birthday air show. BFBS presenters Honor Mant and Tamsin Robson tagged along. 🚁 In this episode: Honor tells Lauren all about their trip Aviators from around the world show off their aircraft. Tamsin ge

Feeding the Troops at Thiepval Jun 10, 2026 923 The cookhouse at Thiepval Barracks in Lisburn has had a huge refurb. It’s part of the EATS programme to improve junior ranks messes. Lauren talks Rachael Price from BFBS Northern Ireland who’s been to see it. 🍳In this episode: Who’s serving at Thiepval Barracks? What’s changed at the cookhouse? What’s for breakfast lunch and dinner? Hear from the team who made it

Infantry Soldiers fight to be the best Jun 9, 2026 788 21 infantry soldiers have been put to the test to find the Army’s Best Infanteer. They’ve been through four days of intense physical and mental challenges in an event aimed at making the infantry more lethal and more survivable. Lauren Mitchell talks to BFBS’s Toby Pickard who went along to watch. In this episode: Hear from Colonel James Loudoun OBE who master-minded the event.

What is BFBS Sitrep? Jun 8, 2026 935 Sitrep is BFBS’s longest running podcast and radio series and now you can watch it! The weekly show explaining all things defence has gone visual.   James Hirst, the show’s editor, joins Lauren to explain what it’s all about and why you should watch. In this episode: Hear how Sitrep provides trusted defence analysis which cuts through complicated jargon to make it und

Inside Exercise Rhino Storm in Germany Jun 5, 2026 1090 We go behind the scenes of Exercise Rhino Storm, a large-scale NATO training exercise taking place across Germany and involving an additional 3,500 UK troops.BFBS Germany’s Jade Callaway tells Ryan Galpin about her day on the ground during the final test exercise.In this episode:Inside Exercise Control (EXCON) — the operational hub coordinating the exercise.How the “Red Forces” (enemy simulation)

Bee Company on manoeuvres with The British Army in Aldershot Jun 4, 2026 727 We’re buzzing to tell you how soldiers have moved thousands of bees to a new hive at Keogh Barracks in Aldershot.   Ryan Galpin is joined by BFBS Aldershot’s Natasha Reneaux to talk all things beekeeping in the British Army. 🐝 In this episode: How beekeeping is supporting wellbeing, sustainability, and community across defence sites. Why it’s becoming a popular hobby

RAF Brize Norton’s Passenger Terminal gets a glow-up! Jun 3, 2026 746 Essential upgrades are underway at RAF Brize Norton where improvements are being made to the passenger terminal. Ryan Galpin is joined by BFBS Brize Norton’s Gemma- Leigh James who takes us behind the scenes at the RAF Station where thousands of British Servicemen and Women pass through on their way to deployments and postings.  In this episode:  Learn about the logistics involved i

Tasting ration packs from around the world with Jordan Wylie Jun 2, 2026 735 Rat Pack Roulette—is a BFBS video series combining military ration tastings with in-depth conversations with veterans.  Today Lydia Tester talks to the host Karl Lambert about the latest episode featuring Jordan Wylie MBE.  Jordan is a veteran, adventurer, and ambassador for the Army Cadet Force but is probably best known for appearing on Channel 4’s Hunted. In this previe

Onboard HMS Stirling Castle in Gibraltar Jun 1, 2026 839 Welcome to the first episode of BFBS Daily Dits!Today, we head to The Rock, where BFBS’s Jacob Dyer takes us aboard HMS Stirling Castle which has become the first Royal Navy ship affiliated with Gibraltar.In this episode:Jacob tells host Lauren Mitchell about his visit onboard where he caught up with Commander Phil Harper.Hear how the ship’s commercial origins give it a unique layout and features

Introducing BFBS Daily Dits May 28, 2026 37 From life on deployment to life back home, BFBS Daily Dits brings you British military voices, culture and conversation in one place.

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