How DIO supports military aid to civil authorities
The military always stands ready to step in when requested to provide vital assistance here in the UK, and DIO is an important part of making it happen. Read on to find out how.
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Major Matt Kelly
Major Kelly joined the Army in the mid 1970s and currently works in the Operations Plans team, advising the Armed Forces on the military training estate and how to use it to achieve their training aims.
Providing Forces with safe place to train
I’ve been a soldier since the mid 1970s when I joined the Royal Irish Rangers. During my MOD career, I’ve trained soldiers and prepared foreign forces for operations, as well as being involved in numerous operations myself. I now work in the …