Private becomes Army's first female soldier to pass Parachute Regiment's P Company course
The five-day test is for non-Parachute Regiment recruits but includes the same challenges as the course for soldiers joining the regiment.
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Women Wider changes to uniform and clothing for female personnel to complete next year
A number of policies and practices were introduced following a damning report by MP Sarah Atherton a year ago.
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Women World Menopause Day: Personnel share experiences to try and raise awareness
Serving personnel are sharing their personal experiences of menopause in the hope it might help others.
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Politics Who is Sarah Atherton? The Army veteran appointed defence minister
Sarah Atherton is the first female MP to have also served in the regular Armed Forces.
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Women Warrior women and their contribution to the military through the ages
From Boudicca to both Queen Elizabeths – the changing role of women in the military.
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USA US Army developing fire-resistant tactical bra for female soldiers
The development of the Army Tactical Brassiere echoes the British Army's efforts to offer better support to female recruits.
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Army Meet Lieutenant General Sharon Nesmith, new deputy head of British Army
Lieutenant General Sharon Nesmith is the first female deputy head of the British Army and has served in Germany, the Balkans and Iraq.
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Football Irish Guards perform musical tribute to England Women's Euro champions
The Lionesses ended a 56-year wait for a World Cup or Euro victory with a goal in extra time to beat Germany 2-1.
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The Queen Queen praises 'inspirational' England after Euro 2022 win
"You have all set an example that will be an inspiration for girls and women today, and for future generations", she said.
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Women What makes a military bra fit for purpose?
"A sports bra is part of your kit. Without one, you're unable to do your job to the best of your ability," Army captain says.
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Women No woman has passed Royal Marines Commando training - that may be about to change
To date, no female has passed out as a Royal Marine commando, despite 250 applicants from 2019 to 2021.
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Women Should Army have gender-neutral naming conventions for its ranks?
The Army told Forces News it "remains open to different views and opinions on the naming of ranks" as "women, like men play a key part".
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Women Senior Royal Navy officer speaks about her experience of gender prejudice in service
Rear Admiral Jude Terry said her experience of the service has been largely a good one.
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Tri-Service I'm disappointed with progress made so far, complaints ombudsman says
The SCOAF made four additional recommendations to the Ministry of Defence.
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Sport Army captain Kat Matthews takes silver medal at Iron Man World Championships
The Ironman triathlon event involves a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run to finish.
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Afghanistan Taliban enforce wearing of burka once again
The move evokes similar restrictions imposed on women during the Taliban's previous hard-line rule between 1996 and 2001.