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Bert Appleton

Bert is Head of the Counter-Explosive Ordnance Defence Engagement Office.

Removing unexploded ordnance at Former Air Weapons Range RAF Cowden

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An explosion has sent sand blasting in all directions in the top of the image. The foreground is a sandy beach.

I recently organised and held a visitors’ day to highlight the MOD’s approach to removing unexploded ordnance from Mappleton Beach at Former Air Weapons Range RAF Cowden. The visit also enabled DIO to further connect with stakeholders on this unique …