The British Army garrisons these bases with soldiers who stand ready to support the UK’s response to crisis in the region. The British Army contributes troops to the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus under Operation TOSCA.

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Your British Army, like many of our country’s crucial services – such as the police force, the NHS and fire brigades - is always there. But do you actually know what we’re up to? How are we responding to a world of ever-changing threats?

The British Army protects the United Kingdom's interests at home and abroad, providing a safe and secure environment for all British citizens. Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be our first role.

The Army's supporting command; a generating force, recruiting, training and enabling the Field Army; with people at the heart of our profession, engaged across society sustaining our institutional fabric, delivering UK resilience and the firm base.

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About the Army Formations, Divisions & Brigades The command structure is hierarchical with divisions and brigades responsible for administering groupings of smaller units.