I am pleased to report that since leaving the British Army’s Intermediate Command and Staff Course (Land) (ICSC(L) – the 8 month residential course taken by all newly promoted Majors) I have started to look at the world differently.  Perhaps the lectures in the Churchill and Tedder theatres paid off!?!  I realised this the other evening, whilst pottering about in my room, Radio 4 was broadcasting a programme, the subject of recruitment in the British Army.  The programme covered familiar ground explaining how recruitment was an issue for the Army as a perfect storm of high employment, perceived lack of adventure since the cessation of Op TELIC and HERRICK, all compounded by issues with the Capita contract… The full article can be found here

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On 19th June 2018, The Wavell Room hosted the first physical event, where a number of Wavell Room contributors were invited to present their ideas in a ‘live blog’ format, with each contributor limited by time; a kind of conceptual speed dating if you like.  This provided an opportunity for discussion, networking and raising the profile of the discussion of active issues and ideas in a vibrant and encouraging environment.

The event was  introduced by the Assistant Chief of the General Staff (ACGS) General Sir Rupert Jones.

This is our first attempt at recording a live event, with no prior experience with microphones and editing, so please excuse the quality.  We hope to learn as we do more.  Please feel free to give us some feedback using our contact form or straight to our email address [email protected]