One to One - Issue 3 - 2023

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Stn Cdr’s Foreword

Gp Capt Billy Cooper MA BA(Hons) RAF

HELLO

from the Prince of Wales who has held the title since 2008. We’ll look forward to welcoming the Princess in person, early in 2024.

What a summer it’s been, although the weather has not been the kindest! But thankfully it did deliver for the Station Families Day which was every bit as good as we’d hoped it would be. Nearly 9500 people were on station and I would like to thank all those involved with the organisation and delivery on the day as well as those whole-force and charity sector partners who provided funding so the event could go ahead. There are some brilliant pictures from the day in this edition which I think bring back fond memories for all of us.

The Typhoon Display goes from strength to strength receiving ever more plaudits from small events to international airshows.

The BBMF paused flying to host a tea party for veterans which was visited by no less than His Majesty the King who took time to sit with all of the guests to hear their stories and marvel at their bravery and dedication – an incredibly proud day for all of us at RAF Coningsby in many different ways. The Royal theme continues as we also acknowledge that Her Royal Highness the Princess of Wales is not the Honorary Air Commodore of RAF Coningsby, taking over

Overseas deployments for the flying squadrons and various support elements began again in earnest this summer with XI(F) Squadron deploying to Sweden on an important NATO exercise and 3(F) Squadron taking up the reigns in Cyprus on Op SHADER. Both of these detachments remind us of the global turbulence that is driving all of our activity at the moment. We continue to send individuals on short notice, individual deployments in support of NATO and Ukraine and our formed units provide reassurance to allies, and deterrence to potential adversaries – all of which is critical work securing the nation on top of our normal job protecting our skies at home.

On that note I want to finish by congratulating everybody working at RAF Coningsby for the award of the Stainforth Trophy which is given to the highest performing station in Air Command in the last year. I am constantly impressed with the can-do attitude of everybody I serve alongside on this fine station and I’m so proud that all of your dedication has been recognised. I know how hard you work and the sacrifices you and your families make, this award is a formal ‘thank you’ to all of you – very well done!

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EVERYBODY AND WELCOME TO THE AUTUMN EDITION OF THE ONETOONE MAGAZINE!

A note

from the Editor

Flt Lt Alex Wall

AS AUTUMN ARRIVES, THE NIGHTS ARE CLOSING IN, AND THE DAYS ARE GETTING COOLER (DID THEY EVER REAL GET HOT IN THE FIRST PLACE?). I BEG TO DIFFER.

Anyway, what better way to spend these crispy Autumn mornings and chilly darkening nights then cuddled up with a hot drink on the crew room sofa or round the table in Heroes, reading the latest copy of onetoone?

I can’t think of anything better! A good couple of double paged spreads this edition, namely from 3(F) Sqn (pages 6/7) and the Families Day Committee (pages 18/19). The Stn Cdr hasn’t mentioned it in his foreword, but you can read all about his exploits on the range over on page 17.

The next time we speak, it will be fast approaching Christmas so enjoy the rest of the Autumn, and enjoy the magazine.

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CONTENTS

06 3(F) SQN 3(F) Sqn eagerly deployed to Op Shader in mid-May to take over from 6 Sqn. After a successful hand-over the Sqn have been thriving in the Op environment whilst also engaging in many exercises (additional tasks) across Europe and the ME.

09 TATCC

One year on from its inception the Lincolnshire TATCC has been awarded an AOC 1 Gp team commendation.

09 NO.7 FP WG

During July, No. 7 Force Protection Wing HQ completed their annual Live Fire Marksmanship Training and Close Quarter Marksmanship ranges utilising both the L85A2 Rifle and Glock 17 Pistol.

09 ALL CHANGE STAND BY ME

The long hot summer is behind us, the adverts on TV are full of school uniforms and stuff for going back to school.

10 41 SQN

Making the most of being detached, 41 TES personnel were recently able to complete some Adventure Training, heading off on a Kayaking adventure through the hot Nevada desert.

11 12 SQN

It was great to welcome back to 12 Sqn, two Qatari pilots, Capt Al Mannai and Capt Al Mulla who will be completing their instructor workup course until Oct before heading back to Qatar.

13 RAF CONINGSBY CEREMONIAL FLIGHT

The RAF Coningsby Ceremonial Flight was formed in 2020 in order to provide trained personnel to take part in the many Ceremonial Duties that the Station undertakes.

15 SUPPORT CENTRE

Force Development Ex Western Approaches WWII Museum.

16 MEDICAL CENTRE

Have you been frustrated upon calling the Medical Centre that you had to wait several days or even until the next week before you can see a doctor?

17 TARGET RIFLE

For the uninitiated, Target Rifle is a shooting discipline that requires competitors to shoot at long range using a bolt action rifle and iron sights at distances from 300 yards back to 100 yards.

18 FAMILIES DAY\

On 28 July, the station opened its gates to all of our personnel’s friends and families.

3(F) SQN

Ops and dits

3(F) Sqn eagerly deployed to Op Shader in mid-May to take over from 6 Sqn. After a successful hand-over the Sqn have been thriving in the Op environment whilst also engaging in many exercises (additional tasks) across Europe and the ME.

It has been the first Op for a few of the 3(F) Sqn pilots of whom have now proudly achieved their first Op medal. Congratulations to Flt Lt ‘Grob’ Thomas, Lt Will Reid, Flt Lt ‘Oglet’ Ogston and FLt Lt Michael Hems (11 Sqn).

It has been a very busy first half to the deployment, mainly due to the additional taskings. First of these extra taskings was Ex Adriatic Strike. This exercise consisted of a 3 hr transit to Slovenia followed by a 3 hr vul conducting Close Air support for training JTACs from all over Europe and then returning back to Cyprus. The Boss and Flt Lt ‘Grob’ Thomas decided to take on this task which was no mean feat. Two Typhoons conducted a total of 6 AAR brackets to reach Slovenia, conduct the mission and return. On arriving in Slovenia, it was apparent that due to the proximity of international airspace, the Voyager had to maintain overhead the danger area ready to refuel the Typhoons during the mission. This AAR over the country was the first in Slovenian history. The mission was a success and heavily appreciated by the training staff, and to complete

the first days mission, a low level Show of Force was conducted over the JTAC HQ in Slovenia. But it didn’t end there...we did it all again the

next day (each pilot flying nearly 18hrs each in 2 days.) Another success story during this Ex was that Flt Lt ‘Grob’ Thomas reached the 1000hr Typhoon milestone.

For a week in June, 3(F) Sqn deployed 2x jets from Op SHADER, Cyprus, to Hohn, N.Germany, to participate in Ex AIR DEFENDER- a huge exercise with 250 jets partaking from across NATO. The 3(F) pilots (Flt Lt Lewis Travers and Lt Rich Hanrahan) joined with 2x further jets and personnel of 1(F) Sqn, who had flown in directly from Op AZOTIZE in Estonia. The objective of the exercise was to conduct Large Force Exercise training with a vast array of NATO assets and nations, whilst also sampling the local worldfamous refreshments and a

cheeky sausage or two for good measure. Upon completion of their week-long participation in the exercise, the jets were redeployed to Cyprus for a return to Op SHADER taskings.

As we all know, if you work hard then you play hard. The Sqn have been enjoying the time off together, celebrating 40th birthdays for SENGO and Grob, Capt Rich ‘Dick Hands’ Hanrahan promotion to Major, enjoying the sunshine, beaches and waterparks and trying to kill each other on the Go-kart track.

9 members of the Sqn decided to employ their flying/ ops skill in the go-karting arena….danger danger. There was a practice session, qualifying and then the Grand

Prix. After qualifying, the decision was made to reverse the grid, so the fastest people were at the back. Rappo (OpsO) being one of the slower drivers was toward the front. The Grand Prix was initiated with a formation lap then position on the grid for lights out. 9 competitive soles blasted off on the first lap but remained in a tight-knit peloton. Unfortunately, due to the pack’s close proximity, Rappo, being out in front and hunted, was tapped on his back right by Danners. This led to Rappo losing control and spinning on the track leaving him in a fragile state, mid-track on the beam with no defensive aids available. As Rappo realises his vulnerable state, Jessy comes raging round the corner for the puka intercept. Impact….. the perfect well-cooked T-bone……wheels fly off Karts, engines decide to become more friendly than required. Blood bath. Rappo quotes, “it was a near-death experience.” Apparently, the engine saved Rappos life!!!! At least we now know what Jessy thinks of Rappo.

AS 1 Craig Agar

The Squadron was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Air Specialist Class 1 (Technician) Craig Agar following a road traffic collision on the 16th of June 2023.

Having joined the RAF in May 2017, Craig completed Basic Training at RAF Halton and graduated from RAF Cosford as an Avionics Technician in January 2018. He was initially posted to 31 Squadron at RAF Marham on the Tornado GR4, prior to posting to 3(F) Squadron in February 2000. During his time on the Squadron, he completed several operational deployments, including an exemplary performance on Operation BILOXI in Romania in 2022.

The impact of this tragic news came at a time when the Squadron was deployed on Operation SHADER, with personnel dispersed in RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus and those remaining on Rear Party back in the UK coming to terms with the sudden loss of a hugely respected and well-loved member of the Squadron.

The Squadron pulled together in extraordinary fashion, with those at home and deployed supporting each other through a very difficult time, whilst still delivering Operational sorties on deployment and enabling the Kings Birthday Flypast at home in the UK.

Craig’s funeral was held on 13th July 2023 at Haltemprice Crematorium in Hull, with a significant Squadron presence, including those who travelled back from Operation SHADER to be there on the day, completing Standard Party, Route Lining and Pall Bearer duties, with a 4-ship of Typhoons from RAF Coningsby completing a ‘Missing-Man’ formation overhead.

Officer Commanding 3(F) Squadron, Wing Commander Frankie Buchler said;

was a hugely talented and enormously popular member of the 3(F) Sqn team, who had a very bright future ahead of him. We are all devastated with his loss and our thoughts are with his family during this tragic time.

Craig was a true warfighter at heart. He would constantly give his all to ensure the jets made it into the air on time, and always did so with a massive smile on his face that brightened the mood of all around him.

The world is a lesser place for his early departure, but his memory will live on through his family, friends, and colleagues on 3(F) Sqn; he will never be forgotten. “Tertius Primus Erit.”

The Squadron would like to convey their sincere thanks and appreciation to the wider Station for the exceptional support for those at home and deployed throughout.

Alan Tittershill Gas Services Engineer

3(F) Squadron Engineers attend Armed Forces Day fixture at Hull FC

On Saturday 15th July 2023, members of 3(F) Squadron attended an Armed Forces Day fixture at Hull Football Club (Rugby League), in which Hull FC played Castleford Tigers.

Six members of 3(F) Squadron’s Engineering Team attended, alongside 37 family members of Air Specialist Class 1 (Technician) Crag Agar, who sadly passed away on 16th Jun 2023.

Craig was a staunch supporter of Hull FC, his local team and members of 3(F) Squadron who were close friends of Craig lined the

tunnel of the stadium, while his family walked the ball onto the pitch to the referees.

During the opening ceremony for the fixture, whilst family and 3(F) personnel were on the pitch, a collection of photos and videos of Craig were shown on the stadium screen, before the crowd held a minute’s silence, followed by a minute’s applause for Craig.

3(F) Squadron members and Craig’s then family watched the match together, a fitting tribute to Craig, reflecting his passion and commitment to his local team, his family and his friends on 3(F) Squadron.

“Craig

TATCC RECEIVES

COMMENDATION

One year on from its inception the Lincolnshire TATCC has been awarded an AOC 1 Gp team commendation. The year has seen significant change with Waddington and Cranwell radar moving to Coningsby to officially stand up the RAF’s first Terminal Air Traffic Control Centre. The first year has seen the operational tempo at the TATCC remain high, supporting several large flying exercises, major national flypasts as well as the continuous support to aircrew training.

AOC 1 Gp recently visited the TATCC during the station AFI, on awarding the commendation AVM Flewin said, “I am delighted to see that your diligence, professionalism and excellence have been formally recognised –very well done indeed.”

June saw a change of command within the TATCC with the departure of TATCC Cdr, Sqn Ldr Kirsti Fordham, upon promotion to Wg Cdr. Reflecting on her year in command Wg Cdr Fordham said, “It’s been a privilege to work with such a talented team at the Lincolnshire Terminal Air Traffic Control Centre. Taking command in April

NO. 7 FP WG

HQ ANNUAL LFMT & CQM RANGES

2022 at the same time as the squadron expanded to include first Waddington, and then Cranwell radar teams, presented many challenges, but has also been hugely rewarding. The complexities of introducing new ATM equipment with different characteristics and connectivity should not be underestimated. The squadron has absolutely risen to the challenge, with a willingness to embrace new ways of working, provide excellent ATC services and create a coherent and happy working environment for all. I wish the Lincs TATCC every success going forward as I leave the squadron in the very capable hands of my successor Sqn Ldr Tom Banks.”

The TATCC would like to extend the warmest congratulations to Wg Cdr Fordham and wish her all the best for the future.

The TATCC would also like to welcome Sqn Ldr Tom Banks who arrives from the MAA to take command. Sqn Ldr Banks said “I’d like to express my gratitude for the welcome I have received from the TATCC and extend personal thanks to Wg Cdr Fordham for her work in bringing the squadron to where it is today.”

During July, No. 7 Force Protection Wing HQ completed their annual Live Fire Marksmanship Training and Close Quarter Marksmanship ranges utilising both the L85A2 Rifle and Glock 17 Pistol. These ranges are required to be conducted annually in accordance with the Combat & Readiness Force (formerly known as the FP Force) Training Directive to ensure that those personnel aligned to very and extremely high readiness are competent and current to deploy at short notice all over the world. Despite the inevitable torrential rain (if it ‘aint raining, it ‘aint training!), morale was high and competition between the firers fierce to achieve the coveted Highest Possible Score

(HPS). Plans of a BBQ were hampered by the weather but luckily the issued lunches were just as delicious. One unnamed source suspected the increased quality of the issued lunches compared to what the troops were used to from previous exercises was because we had been given the famed, fabled and elusive ‘aircrew lunches’ by mistake!

The Wg remains in a period of stretch due to all but one of the Ops Officers being detached/ OOA (Out Of Area) and a consistent flow of FGENs that seem to impact a consistent sub section of the workforce. Stretch aside, the Wg remains on VHR1 (Very High Readiness 1) until Dec 23 where they will then hold VHR2.

ALL CHANGE STAND BY ME

The long hot summer is behind us, the adverts on TV are full of school uniforms and stuff for going back to school. The change of classrooms, new teachers and things look all different. Getting to grips with all that is new in our ever-changing world.

Sometimes we can get stressed or worried about new things, or starting new schools. We get to be with old friends and make new ones. We may even miss old friends. This is for all of us, not just young people. Change does bring excitement, but it can also bring stress. This can feel daunting and overwhelming, but the good thing is, we don’t do this, or life, on our own. ‘Stand by me’. We do life together; we do change together.

These are the words from the Song ‘Stand by me’ sung by Ben E King 1961. The words still ring true.

‘When the night has come and the land is dark, and the moon is the only light we see. No, I won’t be afraid, just as long as you stand by me’.

I won’t be afraid as long as you stand by me. As I stand with people I love, and people I support, so too do others stand by me, when I feel life crowds in and around me.

The good point of being at RAF Coningsby, we are part of one large family, full of support and care. So, when family is stressed about new schools, or we are worried about the new job or going away. Think of ‘Stand by me’. Looking out for those around us who look lost, stressed, harassed by life. Let’s be that person who ‘stands by others’. Making a difference.

The new person is just a friend we have not been introduced to yet. ‘Stand all, stand-by each other’

Padre Stewart Shaw

41 SQN

HOOVER DAM KAYAK TRIP

Making the most of being detached, 41 TES personnel were recently able to complete some Adventure Training, heading off on a Kayaking adventure through the hot Nevada desert.

“Our trip to the Hoover Dam was truly amazing. The views were breath-taking and there was just something so peaceful and exhilarating about being out on the water. It was one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. The water was crystal clear, and you could see all the way to the bottom. We even saw some fish swimming around. It was such a great way to disconnect from work and just enjoy nature. I think that's one of the best things about kayaking, it's a chance to unplug and be in the moment”.

The trip consisted of a guided full-day journey down the beautiful Colorado River. Our journey began at the HQ where we were briefed, security checked and given essential safety information. We were then sized up for our life vests

and issued dry bags for our belongings. Shortly after we were transported to the base of the Hoover Dam. Due to it being a secure area we were only allowed to stay at the base for around 10 mins to take photos and launch the kayaks, but we can now say we are part of a select few individuals that have launched from the base of the mighty Hoover Dam! We were accompanied by a knowledgeable guide that started us on our paddle down the Black Canyon. Along the first leg we stopped and were shown numerous historical artifacts which told the story of the period when the dam was being built. After our first 4 miles of paddling, we were treated to amazing, naturally occurring 100-degree hot spring pools, where we relaxed before heading back to the beach for some snacks that fuelled us up for the next part of the journey. On our way down river, we kept an eye out for the legendary Big Horn Sheep, and all the other critters that the Las Vegas desert had to offer. We finished our day

with a quick visit into Emerald Cave, before ending the day at Willow Beach where the trip came to an end. A hard day of paddling, but we had a great time and made some wonderful memories. Many thanks to the Air & Space Warfare Centre for their support of this AT event.

AS1 Nagar

We will be joined by two Qatari Exchange Officers in September before more trainees arrive from the OCU by the end of the year. Now for some updates on some of the activities the Squadron has undertaken away from our primary role, focussing on force development, adventure training and charity events the Squadron has participated in recent weeks.

Setting out with the aim of raising money for the Young Lives vs Cancer charity two Squadron personnel, Cpls Bailey and Stocks, recently helped to organise a charity event that took place on Station. Taking place on 22 Jun 23, the objective was to cycle for 25 hours continuously on static fitness bikes. The group of 10 pers participating took turns, making sure that at least three people were cycling at any given point over the 25 hours. The event was a huge success, with Squadron personnel cheering them on to final a total of just over £3500 for the outstanding cause. Well done to all those involved!

IT WAS GREAT TO WELCOME BACK TO 12 SQN, TWO QATARI PILOTS, CAPT AL MANNAI AND CAPT AL MULLA WHO WILL BE COMPLETING THEIR INSTRUCTOR WORKUP COURSE UNTIL OCT BEFORE HEADING BACK TO QATAR.

The Sqn was fortunate to recently be afforded five places for some of its technicians to participate in a day of Gliding at RAF Cranwell. Designed to give Aviators an introduction to this thrilling adventure sport, experiencing soaring through the skies like a bird, the weather lent itself to high quality gliding flights whilst allowing the group to learn basic flying principles. This resulted in a fun day being had by all.

13 July saw the Sqn organise a development day where all Sqn personnel were able to participate in a variety of activities throughout the day. Actives included Mountain Biking, Clay Pigeon Shooting and a visit to the International Command Centre. The bikers headed off to Sherwood Pines, undertaking a tough 15km cycle along an uneven gravel track, while the shooters enjoyed a day at the East of England Shooting Ground. The Bomber Command visitors were able to learn about bombing campaigns of the Second World War. It was a hard-hitting informative trip which saw the group hear

some poignant and personal stories from the history of 12 Sqn and wider Bomber Command units, giving appreciation of those that fought for our freedom.

Finally, we also had the privilege of deploying an aircraft to the Royal International Air Tattoo, flown Sqn Ldr Sainty and Capt Al Mulla, as part of their static display in full Air-to-Surface

RAF CONINGSBY CEREMONIAL FLIGHT

The RAF Coningsby Ceremonial Flight was formed in 2020 in order to provide trained personnel to take part in the many Ceremonial Duties that the Station undertakes. The Flt is administered and directed by the SWO and SNCO GD with further assistance from Qualified Drill and Ceremonial Instructors from across the unit. With a current strength of 30 service personnel representing the breadth of trades on Stn, Cere Flt personnel are utilised for planned events such as Freedom Parades, Remembrance Ceremonies, Officers and WOSM Sunset Ceremonies and short notice taskings such as Step and Lining Parties in support of VIP visits.

Expected standards for the Flt are high with all members receiving ongoing foot and arms drill instruction alongside advice on uniform care in line with the requirements for parade inspections. In addition to regular arms drill, all Cere Flt pers have the opportunity to train arms drill with the Lee Enfield 303 rifle. Across the RAF, the Cere Flt and the Kings Colour Squadron are the only two units which utilise the Enfield 303 on parade and within drill sequences, with the Cere Flt parading annually with the Lee Enfield 303 for the Woodhall Spa 1940’s Festival and Stn Battle of Britain Parades.

ANY STN PERSONNEL WHO MAY BE INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING AS PART OF THE CEREMONIAL FLIGHT SHOULD CONTACT EITHER THE SWO OR SNCO GD FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.

TYPHOON MISSION SUPPORT CENTRE

Force Development Ex Western Approaches WWII Museum

On the 3rd of August 2023 the Mission Support Centre’s Software Development team at BAE Warton visited the Western Approaches World War II Museum in Liverpool. It became a museum in 1993 and was given the name Western Approaches because on 7th February 1941, after the Combined Operations moved to Derby House at Exchange Flags because German aircraft and U-boats were attacking ships travelling from the continent. The department became known as the Western Approaches Command, as it monitored Western Approaches - the rectangular area of the Atlantic Ocean lying immediately to the west of the British Isles. Liverpool subsequently became an important strategic position in the Second World War.

Each member of the group held a stand, and first up was CT Walton to talk on the leadership strategies employed at the Western Approaches Command in Birkenhead during WWII to modern day leadership practices. He talked about the Western Approaches Tactical Unit (WATU) that was created in January 1942 to develop and disseminate new tactics to counter German submarine attacks on transAtlantic convoys. It was led by Captain Gilbert Roberts and was principally staffed by officers and ratings from the Women’s Royal Naval Service (Wrens). Their primary tool for studying U-boat attacks and developing countermeasures was wargames. After the U-boat threat to merchant shipping was defeated, WATU continued to develop anti-submarine tactics for later stages of the war, including Operation

Overlord and the Pacific War. WATU trained naval officers in its tactics by hosting week-long training courses in which the students’ played wargames. WATU formally ceased operations at the end of July 1945.

We recommenced our tour with Sgt Campbells’ stand where he spoke about the Command Structure at Western Approaches, organisation of the Western Approaches Command and the integrations between ground and air

operations during that time. He further explained about the Commander in Chief of Western Approaches command, Admiral Sir Percy Noble, who also oversaw No 15 Group RAF and the Western Approaches Tactical Unit. Over the next two years, Admiral Noble built up the bases for the North Atlantic escort groups at Greenock on the Clyde, Derry, and Liverpool, as well as the training facilities that were the foundations for eventual victory in the Battle of the Atlantic.

The team took in the rest of the exhibits, which included a selection of Artic gear used by the Royal Navy during World War II.

Map room where they would track the escorted convoys through the Western Approaches. We then broke out to explore the open activities, where there were opportunities to work out a morse code message, which was used during WWII, giving everyone in the group a chance to educate themselves and learn a new skill. There was also an area to simulate being a Switch Board Controller. Cpl Jones can be seen enjoying it thoroughly!

From left to right; Sgt Carr, Cpl Jones, Sgt Campbell, Sgt Halford, CT Walton, Cpl Sherwin, Cpl Clarke.

Cpl Jones simulating the switchboard exercise and CT Walton behind, monitoring.

Cpl Sherwin trying on the WWII Royal Navy Artic Gear.

TOTAL TRIAGE IS THE ANSWER!

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it was the next week for some blood to be taken and a further week before those results were back, interpreted and a clinical pathway initiated.  Similarly, if all that was needed was a light duties chit due to a minor ailment you may have been waiting a few days to have this issued.

Military healthcare provides some interesting challenges unique to our way or life and ways of working.  Total Triage is the answer!

It was not uncommon for a patient to wait 5 days or more for a routine Medical Officer’s appointment, then

Total Triage was implemented on 3 Jul 23 after several months of preparatory work.  Now anyone of our patients who has a new or acute problem is directed towards our Total Triage Suite.  Initially the call is taken by the Care Co-Ordinator who will

take some basic details and place you with either a Doctor, Nurse or Medic.  You will then receive a telephone call from the appropriate clinician who will discuss your issue in detail with you and either resolve it, create a management plan or bring you in for a face-to-face appointment as appropriate. This means that there is no more waiting for a Doctor when actually a Medic could have managed the problem.  It means no more waiting until next week for your initial contact as your call is processed on the same day.  For the most complex cases it means the difference between 22 days waiting for a care plan to be initiated under the old system, Total Triage has reduced this to

maximum of 10 days (NHS laboratory dependent).  For the majority of contacts, patients are assessed and managed on the same day, often without requiring a visit to the Medical Centre – unless it is clinically necessary.

Feedback from patients and staff has been overwhelmingly positive; patients are happier and managed quicker, clinical staff are operating at the top of the skill sets and clinical care is now more effective.  The Regional HQ staff have been and observed how Total Triage is operating at RAF Coningsby and is keen to role this out to other Medical Centres within the East Region and then across Defence.

Total Triage is the answer!

We are a friendly, happy little school where children are ‘firmly at the centre of all that takes place.’ (Ofsted 2018). We are very proud of the rich educational experiences we provide for our children, including excellent music and sporting opportunities.

small We are a friendly, happy small school where children are ‘firmly at the centre of all that takes place.’ (Ofsted 2018) We are very proud of the rich educational experiences we provide for our children, including excellent music and sporting opportunities.

Our intent is to ‘grow curious, knowledgeable and happy, lifelong learners. Our school values are the golden threads of our broad and exciting curriuclum: Respect, Honesty, Forgiveness, Kindness and Teamwork.

We have very close links with the local community, including our RAF family. Tattershall Primary is a community school in the heart of the village, with 50% of our intake being RAF children.

In addition to excellent teaching, outstanding behaviour and an ethos built on mutual respect, our safe and secure learning environment also includes:

We have very close links with the local community, including our RAF family. Tattershall Primary is a community school in the heart of the village, with 40% of our intake being RAF children.

Small infant class sizes with no more than 20 children

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In addition to excellent teaching, outstanding behaviour and an ethos built on mutual respect. Our safe and secure learning environment also includes:

A buddy system for all new children

Very supportive parents

• Small infant class sizes with no more that 21 children

Children enter school full-time on their first day

• A buddy system for all new children

Bluey lunchtime club for children with deployed parents

• Very supportive parents who we welcome into school for events

• Children enter school full-time on their first day

• Bluey lunchtime club for children with deploayed parents

Outstanding sporting opportunities for all children across the school, including a wide range of after school clubs

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• Outstanding sporting opportunities for all children across the school. Including a wide range of after school clubs

• Early Years, Phonics, KS1 and KS2 results of which we are proud

Nationally recognised music provision, including the opportunity for every child to play an instrument free of charge!

Above National Early years, phonics, KS1 and KS2 results.

• Motivated, happy children who are consistently taught by dedicated, knowlwdgeable and hardworking staff

• Outstanding safeguarding and pastoral care

Ranked in the top 5 schools in Lincolnshire for pupil progress (top 3% Nationally) Motivated, happy children who are consistently taught by dedicated, knowledgeable and hardworking staff

Don’t just take our word for it! Come and experience what #teamTattershall has to offer.

Outstanding safeguarding and pastoral care

Book and appointment with the office staff, or just pop along for a tour of the school.

Don’t just take our word for it! Come and experience what #TeamTattershall has to offer. Book an appointment with the office staff, or just pop along for a tour of the school.

A very warm welcome to our new Headteacher Miss Lyndsey Wood

We are a small village primary school with enthusiastic and committed staff, all prepared to ‘go the extra mile’ to provide a learning experience that your child will enjoy and remember.

We are a small village primary school which is friendly and welcoming. We aim to provide a learning experience that your child will enjoy and remember.

Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted 2023 ‘Pupils have a good attitude

learning, behave well are kind and like to help each other with their learning’ Ofsted 2023

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YOU BEEN FRUSTRATED UPON CALLING THE MEDICAL CENTRE THAT YOU HAD TO WAIT SEVERAL DAYS OR EVEN UNTIL THE NEXT WEEK BEFORE YOU CAN SEE A DOCTOR?

STATION COMMANDER BANG ON TARGET!

For the uninitiated, Target Rifle is a shooting discipline that requires competitors to shoot at long range using a bolt action rifle and iron sights at distances from 300 yards back to 100 yards. The highlight of the competition calendar is the NRA’s Imperial Meeting, a civilian competition which sees nearly 1000 people descend on Bisley National Shooting Centre in Surrey for two weeks of shooting in the sunshine.

This year, Group Captain Billy Cooper, RAF Coningsby’s Station Commander was a part of the team, having rediscovered a passion for the sport relatively recently. In typical fast jet style, he wasn’t there just to make up the numbers! Fresh from a family holiday he arrived eager to

go and ready to take on the best shooters from the British Army and Royal Navy, the rest of the UK, as well as the visiting international teams from Canada, Australia, Kenya and many more.

The Imperial Meeting is mostly made up of individual competitions but with some very high profile matches as well, such as the InterService Short and Long Range Matches and UKAF vs Home Countries.

Setting his stall out early ensured consideration for the team matches and he wouldn’t let them down.

Top scorer for the RAF in the Inter-Services and for the UK Armed Forces as they triumphed over England and the other Home Countries; a great achievement considering the number of international shooters in

those teams! Not letting up on the individual competitions either, he finished 30th in the Grand Aggregate out of nearly 1000 (including nearly 100 international shooters) and in the most prestigious individual competition in the world, HM Kings Prize, finishing 22nd overall and being the highest placed serving shooter, showing the Army that it’s not just them who can shoot straight!

If anyone would like more information on target rifle shooting or would like to get involved then please contact the team captain, Sgt Scott Glanville, at scott. glanville869@mod. gov.uk or find us on SharePoint.

FAMILIES DAY

Are you looking for a mortgage?

FEE-FREE Mortgage Advice for the Military Family

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or remortgaging, you can leave your mortgage search in the hands of the Fee-Free Mortgage Advice Service provided by Tenet Mortgage Solutions Limited. They’ll provide you with fee-free independent mortgage advice and recommend the right mortgage for you, based on your circumstances.

Important things you should know: PMGI Limited, trading as Forces Mutual acts as an intermediary for the purposes of introducing its customers to Tenet Mortgage Solutions Limited, part of Tenet. You will not receive advice or any recommendation from Forces Mutual. Such services will be provided by Tenet Mortgage Solutions Limited who will provide Forces Mutual with information about the services you have received. Forces Mutual will receive 24.8% of any lender procuration fee from Tenet Mortgage Solutions Limited in connection with the provision of mortgage broking services.

A mortgage is a loan secured against your home. Your property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage or any other debt secured on it. You may have to pay an early repayment charge to your existing lender if you remortgage.

The House of Ginger Bread

Bespoke catering for every event, weddings, birthdays, wakes, anniversaries, baby showers, christenings and hen parties.

Food catering can be a specific theme, from Peaky Blinders to Barbie offering traditional afternoon Teas, grazing platters, and hot and cold combo catering. We also do seasonal workshops throughout the year with a variety of crafts and afternoon teas, held at various venues. Childrens parties are also a big part of our business creating fun filled slime parties again themed to the birthday girls/boys choice.

Home delivery boxes including afternoon teas, Prime Kids Birthday Boxes in the current flavours, and specific birthday home deliveries on cake stands and gift wrapped. We can cover any occasion and theme.

Call: 07471742590

Email: gingerbreadafternoonteas@gmail.com

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HOLISTIC WELLNESS IS THE KEY TO A HAPPY, HEALTHY LIFE

Happiness and good health can seem elusive sometimes but it is possible and something that comes about through your own actions. You hold the key when you take a more holistic approach to your health and wellbeing.

There is so much more to feeling happy and well than just focusing on diet and exercise, all though these play a vital part. You also need to take into account such things as your relationships, work, finances and environment in general. It’s important to look at all areas of your life to see where you need to find balance and make changes where necessary, one step at a time.

If you are struggling with stress and anxiety then start to prioritise your mental, emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing, slow down and reconnect to yourself. Learning how to Meditate and practice Mindfulness can really help, as can spending more time in nature. Also including ancient practices such as Yoga and Qigong can be very beneficial. If you have been through a tough time lately then your body may need extra support on an energetic level. You can restore balance and calm through Reiki healing and also rebalance your chakra system in various different ways. You can find out more about all of these at www.Lincsholisticwellness.com

It is possible to improve your overall health and wellbeing and restore balance and calm to your life and my aim is to offer you more tools to help you do just that! Feel free to visit the website for more information and sign up to the free monthly newsletter.

Taking a holistic approach to your life is the key to a healthy, happier you.

If you would like to receive a FREE Wellness Assessment Tool to help you see where you need to find more balance just drop me an email at Lincsholistic@gmail.com quoting ‘Wellness Assessment’. You matter and your health and wellbeing matters. Reclaim your power to Live Happy Well today.

Usually 80+ Spoticar Quality used cars to to view and try

£229 incl. vat.

Low Rate PCP Plans available on many models OR Massive FDA’s with other finance plans!

Special Military Deals also Available!