RAF pilot: 'utterly horrific' drone warfare gave me PTSD

RAF pilot: 'utterly horrific' drone warfare gave me PTSD

A former military drone pilot says he has been left with PTSD after being put at risk of "psychological harm" for years on end while viewing "utterly horrific" things on screen. Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live’s Adrian Chiles, ‘Rob’ (not his real name) also said he became suicidal due to the way the armed forces dealt with his request for mental help. Rob was a member of 13 Squadron until 2017, a specialist team within the Royal Air Force which operate unmanned drone aircraft from a military base in the UK. The Remotely Piloted Aircraft System, or Reaper, was first used by the UK in Afghanistan in 2008 for surveillance, and later fitted with weapons. By March 2015 the UK had carried out some 70 drone strikes against so-called Islamic State (IS) targets in Iraq.

The MOD issued this statement, ‘‘We do not recognise the allegations made with respect to the working environment on our Reaper Squadrons. The RAF actively manages Reaper Force crews to ensure that their workload is manageable, sustainable and balanced, alongside providing world-class military healthcare for those that need it. “All allegations of civilian casualties are subject to extensive investigations. We continue to do everything we can to minimise the risk of civilian casualties through the rigorous targeting processes and the professionalism of our crews.”

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Jack Monroe's lockdown cooking tips – Week 3

Jack Monroe's lockdown cooking tips – Week 3

Bootstrap cook Jack Monroe joins 5 live’s Nihal Arthanayake to help make your food go further when we’re staying at home and shopping less.This week she helps out a couple of online book reviewers and gets to grips with some chicken meatballs.Jack rose to prominence for the recipes she created as a single parent with a young child, aiming to provide family meals for less than £10 per week.Jack will be joining Nihal Arthanayake on Wednesdays at 3pm.You can get involved on Twitter using the hashtag #JackMonroesLockdownLarder, including @bbc5live.You can also text the show on 85058.Picture: Andrew Testa

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Former Tory leader, Iain Duncan-Smith on the global response to coronavirus.

Former Tory leader, Iain Duncan-Smith on the global response to coronavirus.

The former leader of the Conservative party, Sir Iain Duncan-Smith has defended the Government's response to the coronavirus crisis. "We are making it up as we go along, that's been the case from day one." he has told 5 Live's Stephen nolan of the global pandemic response.He also says he has tried to find PPE, personal protective equipment for NHS staff, saying it is the purpose of government to ensure there is enough supply.He is speaking to 5 Live's Stephen Nolan.

18 Huhti 202022min

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the Coronavirus pandemic

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on the Coronavirus pandemic

William and Kate speak to Tina Daheley and urge the nation to look after their mental health while in isolation and praise the efforts of key workers.

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Coronavirus: Your Finance Questions Answered

Coronavirus: Your Finance Questions Answered

Carrie James, director at business rescue and insolvency firm Benedict Mackenzie, and 5 Live Money's Sean Farrington join 5 Live's Nicky Campbell to try and answer your coronavirus financial questions.They speak to a business owner considering whether to shut down his company, and business owners struggling to access financial support.

15 Huhti 202047min

Coronavirus: Your care home experiences

Coronavirus: Your care home experiences

Care home workers and relatives of residents describe how the coronavirus crisis is affecting them. Listeners called 5 Live's Nicky Campbell to discuss protective equipment, being unable to spend precious last moments with loved ones and the risks faced by care home staff.

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Your Call: The Big NHS Shout Out

Your Call: The Big NHS Shout Out

Rachel Burden talks to 5 Live listeners who give their tributes to NHS staff and health workers.They tell us of about the important work family and friends are doing to help keep the health service going as well as those on the frontline caring for coronavirus patients.

9 Huhti 202049min

A&E consultant Dr Al: The reality of intensive care and ventilation

A&E consultant Dr Al: The reality of intensive care and ventilation

Dr Al is an A&E consultant in Manchester. He’s been speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live presenter Stephen Nolan on a regular basis through the coronavirus pandemic.He spoke to Stephen on the evening of Monday 6 April, after Prime Minister Boris Johnson was moved into intensive care at St Thomas’ Hospital in London.

7 Huhti 202032min

Intensive Care: Your Stories

Intensive Care: Your Stories

Rachael Burden and The Naked Scientists' Dr Chris Smith speak to listeners about their experiences of critical care, whether as a medical professional, a patient or family member.

7 Huhti 202048min

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