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298<span style="font-weight: normal !msorm;">ut the Covenant </span><span style="font-weight: normal !msorm;"><a href="https://www.armedforcescovenant.gov.uk/">here</a></span><span style="font-weight: normal !msorm;">. </span><span style="font-weight: normal !msorm;">Â </span></p> 299<h2>Meet some Reservists</h2> 300<h3><strong>Louise Tunnicliff, Army Reservist</strong></h3> 301<p><a href="https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/2Lt-Tunnicliff.jpg" data-rel="lightbox-image-0" data-rl_title="" data-rl_caption="" title=""><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="wp-image-9731 size-full aligncenter" src="https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/2Lt-Tunnicliff-e1712760158757.jpg" alt="Second Lieutenant Lpuise Tunnicliff in her uniform smiling at the camera" width="768" height="506" srcset="https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/2Lt-Tunnicliff-e1712760158757.jpg 768w, https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/2Lt-Tunnicliff-e1712760158757-300x198.jpg 300w, https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/2Lt-Tunnicliff-e1712760158757-700x461.jpg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></a></p> 302<div class="section-inner sectionLayout--insetColumn"> 303<p><strong>In my day job Iâm a Civil Servant, completing my final year of the Fast Stream in the Department for International Trade. In my spare time I am also an officer in the Army Reserves serving with 68 (Inns of Court and City Yeomanry) Signal Squadron, 71 (City of London) Yeomanry Signal Regiment based in Central London.</strong></p> 304<p>When it became clear just how extensive the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic would be across the country, the Army decided to mobilise certain Reserve elements and my Regiment quickly released a call for individuals who were not considered key workers and who would like to volunteer to mobilise.</p> 305<p>At the same time, the Civil Service were also asking for volunteers to support COVID efforts across Government departments, and I found myself in a position to able to choose to serve in either role. Aware of the pressures the NHS is under and having close friends who are doctors tackling the virus every day, I decided to take a hands-on, more practical approach to the situation and use my military training in whatever capacity was needed.</p> 306<p>Following a quick turnaround, I was formally mobilised at the start of April to command a troop of 27 Reserve soldiers from across my Regiment to support 1 Signal Regiments efforts in the West Midlands area. This has been an extremely interesting experience and required me to adapt my leadership approach to the complexities of having to come together as a group of individuals from different squadrons, get to know each other and organise ourselves all via virtual platforms.</p> 307<p>The speed and efficiency weâve been able to accomplish this in is a testament to the patience, situational awareness and additional skills the troops brought from their civilian roles. As a result of this rapid effort, we have been able to deploy various individuals to tasks, training colleagues from across the Army how to administer COVID-19 testing at Mobile Testing Units across the country.</p> 308<p>It has been phenomenal to witness the determination and spirit of people coming together from across society and all walks of life to help the most vulnerable, those affected by the virus and their families.</p> 309</div> 310<h3></h3> 311<h3><strong>Ross Ewing, Royal Navy Reservist</strong></h3> 312<p><a href="https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/SubLtRossEwing_HMAX20003249.jpeg" data-rel="lightbox-image-1" data-rl_title="" data-rl_caption="" title=""><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-9733 size-full" src="https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/SubLtRossEwing_HMAX20003249-e1712760191487.jpeg" alt="Ross stands with arms folded smiling at the camera" width="960" height="632" srcset="https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/SubLtRossEwing_HMAX20003249-e1712760191487.jpeg 960w, https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/SubLtRossEwing_HMAX20003249-e1712760191487-300x198.jpeg 300w, https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/SubLtRossEwing_HMAX20003249-e1712760191487-768x506.jpeg 768w, https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/SubLtRossEwing_HMAX20003249-e1712760191487-700x461.jpeg 700w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100v
312w, 960px" /></a></p> 313<p><strong>I joined the Royal Naval Reserve in my first year at the University of St Andrews, having previously been a member of the RAF Air Cadets. The RNR was a fantastic way to do something different while studying at university. It gave me the opportunity to travel, train, stay fit, acquire valuable skills and earn money all in one go. I am extremely proud to serve in the Royal Navy part-time.</strong></p> 314<p>I am currently mobilised as a submarine advisory team (SAT) watchkeeper aboard HMS Queen Elizabeth. My main role is to facilitate the safe and effective operation of a submarine in support of the UK Carrier Strike Group (UKCSG).</p> 315<p>For me the best thing about the Reserves is the range of diverse opportunities on offer. In my short career I have supported national exercises involving submarines, delivered training to new recruits, travelled to France, Gibraltar and Belgium and been mobilised in support of the UK Carrier Strike Group. I have also developed my leadership and management skills and am now responsible for the delivery of initial naval training at HMS Scotia.</p> 316<p>Being a Reservist has been vital in developing my verbal and written communication skills â both of which are essential in my civilian role as a communications professional. My experience of delivering command briefs to senior officers has really increased my capacity to speak publicly and provide verbal evidence to parliamentary committees. Similarly, my written communication has become much more concise and effective as a result of my training.</p> 317<p>I became an officer at the age of 18, and I think one of the biggest challenges for me was proving that â despite my age â I could be an effective leader and team player. I have learned a huge amount about people management since becoming a Navy officer, and I now find it far easier to work constructively and effectively.</p> 318<p>I would encourage anyone interested in joining the Reserves to kick-start their application and get involved. The more you put in, the more you get out.</p> 319<h2>Life in the Reserves</h2> 320<p>The Reserve forces play a crucial role in national security from countering security threats, peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts abroad to supporting communities at home.</p> 321<p>One week you could be at your desk, the next, deploying thousands of miles across the world to uphold global peace and security.</p> 322<p>Benefits of becoming a Reservist:</p> 323<ul> 324<li>paid for your time and a tax free bounty</li> 325<li>special paid leave</li> 326<li>pension</li> 327<li><a href="http://www.army.mod.uk/documents/general/Reservebrochure.pdf">training and qualifications</a> that enhance your performance in the workplace</li> 328<li>sports and adventure training</li> 329<li><a href="http://www.army.mod.uk/join/Travel-and-adventurous-training.aspx">overseas travel</a></li> 330<li><a href="http://www.hmforces-railcard.co.uk/">armed forces railcard</a></li> 331</ul> 332<p><b>Find out more</b><b> about 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