Today at @DanesChurch the RAF paid tribute to WWII veteran Flight Sergeant Peter Brown, who journeyed from Jamaica as a teenager to serve in the RAF.
Joined by loved ones and dignitaries, the service honoured his remarkable life. Full story: ow.ly/1LYS50OwRFb
We look forward to work with @RAF_EMNetwork to extend Mentoring and Reverse Mentoring scheme into DHN which was launched yesterday in the presence of @ChiefofAirStaff@richardknighton and @SubbySubramani1, Subby is the 1st Hindu to reach the position of Warrant Officer of the RAF
Congratulations to Warrant Officer Murugesvaran ‘Subby’ Subramaniam, who has been appointed as Warrant Officer of the Royal Air Force in succession to Warrant Officer Jake Alpert.
Read more about WO Subramaniam here: bit.ly/3GiaPs5
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has confirmed that Air Marshal Sir Richard Knighton KCB FREng is to be appointed as Chief of the Air Staff and Aide-de-Camp to His Majesty, in the rank of Air Chief Marshal, in June 2023.
Read more at: bit.ly/3lTf5HN
On behalf of the RAF, Chief of Staff Personnel and Air Secretary, Air Vice-Marshal @mariabyford, would like to wish all those celebrating a very Happy Diwali.
In a huge act of rememberance for the most decorated West Indian who served during WW II. Sqn Ldr Ulric Cross ORTT CM DSO DFC history was brought to life on more at RAF Marham. #BHM A true pioneer who paved the way for us to follow. @BritishArmy@PeachesTweets@RoyalNavy
🇹🇹Squadron Leader Ulric Cross has been awarded a plaque in his memory this #BlackHistoryMonth at RAF Marham, attended by his daughters.
Veterans Ottey and Gardner were also presented with medals for their WW2 service.
👉 Find out more here: defencehq.medium.com/black-h…
Last week members of our Ethnicity Inclusion Network Group joined @ChiefofAirStaff & other speakers from the @RoyalAirForce at the @RAF_EMNetwork conference to discuss the challenges faced by ethnic minorities and the steps being taken to improve diversity. #Blackhistorymonth2022
Today we joined forces with our quad-Service Race Network colleagues, allies and friends at @jpmorgan in Canary Wharf to learn about best practices, develop shared strategic ambitions and drive forward cultural change together.
“In the RAF we know that operational success relies on our teamwork, & this #BlackHistoryMonth is a chance for people in every workplace to look for factors impeding full inclusion in teams, & act together to remove them."
Read the full statement from Air Commodore Shaun Harris.
Congratulations to Cpl Messam 🥳 who has been presented with a Rising Star Allyship award for her work within the @RAF_EMNetwork
Find out more: bit.ly/3LU8gxY
The RAF contributed to ceremonial and other duties during today’s state funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Our personnel are proud & honoured to have served Her Majesty today & throughout her reign.
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The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir Mike Wigston pays tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
"We cherish Her Late Majesty's deep connections to our Service with the utmost respect and affection."