JSP 510
International Defence Training
Part 1: Directive
JSP 510 Pt 1 (V7.2 Feb 19)
Foreword
Defence delivers more than fighting power. Through our bilateral and multilateral defence
relationships we conduct a broad range of activities, contributing to all three of our National
Security Objectives: protecting our people; projecting our global influence; and promoting
our prosperity.
The Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR) of 2015 announced that Defence
Engagement would, for the first time, be made a funded, core Ministry of Defence task,
meaning that the Armed Forces should prioritise Defence Engagement alongside other
tasks. The SDSR set out the Government’s intention to work more closely with allies and
partners to achieve its vision of a ‘secure and prosperous United Kingdom, with global
reach and influence’. The decision to leave the European Union (EU) has reinforced this
need.
The provision of International Defence Training (IDT) is a key element of Defence
Engagement – UK military training is highly regarded and much in demand. Training
establishments such as the Royal College of Defence Studies, Britannia Royal Naval
College Dartmouth, the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, RAF Cranwell and the Joint
Services Command and Staff College offer international students prestigious courses
which remain highly sought after. These courses expose international partners to our
military policy, doctrine and values, and help build skills, capacity and capabilities with
wide-ranging mutual benefits.
Since 2015 we have increased the volume of training delivered to international partners,
both through places offered on UK courses and the deployment of Short-Term Training
Teams overseas. The Modernising Defence Programme report published in December
2018 reaffirmed our commitment to investing in the military education and training we offer
to our international partners in the UK and overseas. We should continue to look for ways
to increase the range and volume of IDT we make available: it is a tool that can deliver
disproportionate benefit for Defence and for HMG as a whole.
Lieutenant General D M Chalmers
Deputy Chief of Defence Staff (Military Strategy and Operations)
Defence Authority for Operations
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Preface
How to use this JSP
1.
JSP 510 is written for all those involved in the organisation, planning, resourcing,
marketing, administration and delivery of International Defence Training (IDT). It seeks to
explain MOD’s views on International Security Cooperation and describes how IDT
supports MOD’s objectives through Defence Tasks as set by Defence Strategic Direction
(DSD), as well as its place within the International Defence Engagement Strategy (IDES).
It explains the MOD Organisation, the various processes and responsibilities of the staffs.
The JSP is not designed to be a source document for the various courses and training on
offer, as this function is fulfilled by the IDT and Defence Academy training catalogues and
websites.
2.
The JSP is structured in two parts:
a.
Part 1 - Directive, which provides the direction that must be followed in
accordance with statute or policy mandated by Defence or on Defence by Central
Government.
b.
Part 2 - Guidance, which provides the guidance and best practice that will assist
the user to comply with the Directive(s) detailed in Part 1.
Further Advice and Feedback – Contacts
3.
The owner of this JSP is DE Strat ITP. For further information on any aspect of this
guide, or questions not answered within the subsequent sections, or to provide feedback
on the content, contact:
Job Title/E-mail
Project focus
Phone
<redacted>
ITP
<redacted>
<redacted>
ITP
<redacted>
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Contents
Preface ......................................................................................................... ii
Glossary ...................................................................................................... iv
Useful Contacts ........................................................................................ viii
1 Overview ........................................................................................................ 1
Introduction......................................................................................... 1
Contributing to National Security ...................................................... 1
Defence Strategic Direction ............................................................... 1
International Defence Engagement Strategy (IDES) ........................ 2
Defence Engagement Board (DEB) ................................................... 2
2 Organisation and Process ......................................................................... 3
Key Stakeholders ............................................................................... 3
Prioritising and Allocating IDT ........................................................... 6
Bids and Requests ............................................................................. 6
IDT Capacity ........................................................................................ 7
Resources ........................................................................................... 8
3 Charging Policy and Cost Recovery ....................................................... 10
Overview ........................................................................................... 10
JSP 462 Guidance............................................................................. 10
Annex A: Tier 1 And Tier 2 Courses ......................................................... 12
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Glossary: Abbreviations
The abbreviations listed below are intended for use specifically within the terms of this
manual for dealing with International Defence Training matters.
ACDS
Assistant Chief of the Defence Staff
ACSC
Advanced Command and Staff Course
ADFELPS
Australian Defence Forces English Language Profiling System
AH
Assistant Head
ALOR
Advisory Level of Release
ARITC
Army Recruiting & Initial Training Command
BMEC
Basic Military English Course
BPSS
Baseline Personnel Security Standard
BRNC
Britannia Royal Naval College (Dartmouth)
CBRN
Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear
CIO
Chief Information Officer
CIS
Communications & Information System
CRL
Catering Retail & Leisure
CSA
Certificate of Security and Assurance
CSSF
Conflict Stability and Security Fund
CSSRA
Countries to which Special Security Regulations Apply
DA
Defence Attaché(s) or Adviser(s)
DAB
Defence Accounting & Budgeting
DAF
Defence Assistance Fund
DBS
Defence Business Services
DCLC
Defence Centre for Language and Culture (DEFAC)
DE&S
Defence Equipment & Support
DEFAC
Defence Academy
DE STRAT
Defence Engagement Strategy
DFID
Department for International Development
DFM
Director Financial Management
DIN
Defence Instructions & Notices
DIPR
Defence Intellectual Property Rights
DIPS
Director International Policy & Security
DPA
Daily Personal Allowance
DRACL
Defence Requirements Authority for Culture and Language
DSAE
Defence School of Aeronautical Engineering
DSD
Defence Strategic Direction
EEA
European Economic Area
EEUX
Europe and EU Exit
EEZ
Exclusive Economic Zone
ELT
English Language Training
EOD
Explosive Ordnance Disposal
ESCAPADE
Enhanced Security Cooperation Activity Plan App for Defence
Engagement
EU
European Union
FAB
Forward Allocation Baseline
FCO
Foreign & Commonwealth Office
FMP&D
Rep Financial Management Policy & Development -Repayment
FOI
Freedom of Information
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FOST
Flag Officer Sea Training
GB
Great Britain
GNI
Gross National Income
GP
General Practitioner
HCSC
Higher Command and Staff Course
HMG
Her Majesty’s Government
HOCS
Head Office and Corporate Services
IDES
International Defence Engagement Strategy
IDT
International Defence Training
IDT (A)
International Defence Training (Army)
IDT (RAF)
International Defence Training (Royal Air Force)
IDT (RN)
International Defence Training (Royal Navy)
IELTS
International English Language Testing System
INM
Institute of Naval Medicine
IPS
International Policy & Strategy
ISO
International Standards Organisation
ITP
International Training Policy
IVCO
International Visits Control Office
JI
Joining Instructions
JITG
Joint Intelligence Training Group
JSCSC
Joint Services Command and Staff College (Shrivenham)
JSP
Joint Service Publication
LOTA
Letter of Training Arranged
LWC
Land Warfare Centre
M&A
Messing & Accommodation
MALT
Military Aviation Language Training
MDWSC
Managing Defence in the Wider Security Context
MOD
(UK) Ministry of Defence
MOU
Memorandum of Understanding
NATO
North Atlantic Treaty Organisation
NHS
National Health Service
NSC
National Security Council
OGD
Other Government Department(s)
OST
Operational Sea Training
PAYD
Pay As You Dine
PfP
Partnership for Peace
PME
Periodical Medical Examination
PSyA
Principal Security Adviser
RAF
Royal Air Force
RCDS
Royal College of Defence Studies (Part of DEFAC)
RM
Royal Marines
RMAS
Royal Military Academy Sandhurst
RMYOC
Royal Marine Young Officer Course
RN
Royal Navy
RTA
Reciprocal Training Agreement
Sec Pol & Ops
Security Policy & Operations
SFA
Services Family Accommodation
SLA
Single Living Accommodation
SOFA
Status of Forces Agreement
SOTR
Statement of Trained Requirement
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SOTT
Statement of Training Task
sS
Single-Service
STANAG
(NATO) Standardisation Agreement
STTT
Short Term Training Team
TLB
Top Level Budget
UIN
Unit Identification Number
UK
United Kingdom
UKVI
United Kingdom Visas and Immigration
UN
United Nations
VAT
Value Added Tax
VFA
Visiting Forces Act
WCA
Warm Clothing Allowance
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Glossary: Terms and Definitions
The definitions given in this glossary are intended for use specifically within the terms of
this manual for dealing with International Defence Training Matters. Some terms shown
below may be more precise or particular than when used for general purposes and defined
elsewhere.
Conflict Stability and
The Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) supports
Security Fund (CSSF)
work to reduce the risk of conflict or instability in countries
where the UK has key interests. The CSSF’s strategic direction
is set by the
National Security Council (NSC) and is guided by
the priorities set out in the
2015 Strategic Defence and
Security Review and the
UK Aid Strategy. Its objective is to put
this strategic direction into action on the ground by drawing on
the most effective combination of defence, diplomacy, and
development assistance at the government’s disposal.
Defence Assistance Fund The Defence Assistance Fund (DAF) is a MOD fund that
(DAF)
should be used to fund activities to meet UK Defence
Engagement objectives and priorities set out in the IDES
Regional and Country strategies. It is managed by DE Strat
with elements disaggregated to regional branches. Given the
relatively small amount of funding available, alternative funding
options should be explored before DAF.
Enhanced Security
ESCAPADE is a unique platform where information on all
Cooperation Activity Plan current, future and past Defence Engagement (DE) activity is
App for Defence
captured and visualised in one place, providing a Recognised
Engagement
Engagement Picture (REP).
(ESCAPADE)
Forward Allocation
An annual committee chaired by DE Strat to prioritise and
Baseline
allocate places on Tier 1 courses. It is attended by key
(FAB)
stakeholders: IPS Directorates, Single Services, JFC, and key
providers such as Defence Academy.
Tier 1 Course
International Defence Training course regarded as having high
Defence Engagement Value, where demand exceeds capacity.
Places on Tier 1 courses are allocated with reference to the
IDES and by using the FAB process.
Tier 2 Course
International Defence Training course with recognised Defence
Engagement Value where demand often exceeds supply.
Prioritisation of course places is managed by MOD Head
Office through the IPS Branch Programmers.
Tier 3 Course
Courses which are not categorised as Tier 1 or 2. Single
service IDTs routinely manage and allocate places without
recourse to MOD Head Office.
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Useful Contacts
Enquiries about IDT and applications for Tier 2 and Tier 3 courses and other training
requirements, including Short Term Training Teams, should be addressed in the first
instance to:
Navy
Website
: http://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/IDT International Defence Training (Royal Navy)
Room 137a, Phoenix Building, Whale Island, Portsmouth, Hants, PO2 8ER
Section
Telephone
Email
SO1 IDT(RN)
<redacted>
<redacted>
SO2 IDT(RN) South West
<redacted>
<redacted>
Liaison
SO2 IDT(RN)
<redacted>
<redacted>
SO2 IDT(RN) Wider Markets
<redacted>
<redacted>
SO3 IDT(RN)
<redacted>
<redacted>
IDT 1A (D) & IDT 1A1 (E1) <redacted>
<redacted>
EEZ(UK), MWS, MWC, HMS
Collingwood, Phoenix, Diving <redacted>
E1 Post Currently Gapped
support, HMS Sultan, INM and
PJHQ
IDT 1B (D) & IDT 1B1 (E1) <redacted>
<redacted>
INT(O) and RMYOC (BRNC
Dartmouth, CTCRM), Aviation,
RMSOM, HMS Raleigh, RN <redacted>
E1 Post Currently Gapped
Submarine
School,
HMS
Drake, RM Tamar – 1 AGRM
Army
Website
: https://www.army.mod.uk/who-we-are/our-schools-and-colleges/international-
defence-training-army/
International Defence Training (Army)
HQ LWC, Bldg 370, Trenchard Lines, Upavon, SN9 6BE
Section
Telephone
Email
SO1 IDT(A)
<redacted>
<redacted>
SO2 Plans
<redacted>
<redacted>
SO2 Trg
<redacted>
<redacted>
SMI Trg
<redacted>
<redacted>
SO2 Ops (incl RMAS, RSME)
<redacted>
<redacted>
SO3a (RSA, ARMCEN, CPU,
TBC
Post Currently Gapped
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Fire Trg, SUBHAN)
SO3b (ACSC, SCHINF,
<redacted>
Post Currently Gapped
DCLPA)
SO3c (JITG, RSMS, 2MI, <redacted>
<redacted>
AACEN, ATG(A), Op Law)
77 Bde, DCSU, DHET, DCLC,
<redacted>
<redacted>
ITG
SO3d (Cranfield University all
<redacted>
<redacted>
cses, DEFAC)
MDWSC, SSLP, BISL, ODSC,
<redacted>
Post Currently Gapped
ACSC(R), ICSC, DCTS
RAF
International Defence Training (RAF)
Hunter Block, Head Quarters Air Command, RAF High Wycombe, Bucks HP12 4LZ
Section
Telephone
Email
Head IDT (RAF)
<redacted>
<redacted>
SO1 IDT (RAF)
<redacted>
<redacted>
IDT(RAF)1 - International
<redacted>
<redacted>
Projects
IDT(RAF)1B - Rest of the
<redacted>
<redacted>
World Team Leader
IDT(RAF)1C - Middle East and <redacted>
<redacted>
North Africa Team leader
IDT(RAF)13 - Business and
<redacted>
Post Currently Gapped
Finance Manager
Defence Academy
Website
: http://www.defenceacademy.mod.uk/ SO1 Defence Engagement, Tel: 0044 1793 314875
Initial point of contact for enquiries for all DEFAC delivered courses
DRACL
DRACL Rqts2, Tel: 0044 1793 785899
Initial point of contact for English Language equivalences.
Royal College of Defence Studies
Royal College of Defence Studies, Seaford House, 37 Belgravia Square, London, SW1X 8NS
Head of Member Services RCDS, Tel: 0044 207 915 4804
MOD Contacts
Telephone
Email
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DE STRAT PR AH
<redacted>
<redacted>
DE STRAT ITP;
<redacted>
<redacted>
Policy, JSP510, FAB, OCSG,
CSSF/DAF Budget
DE STRAT ITP 1;
<redacted>
<redacted>
Policy, JSP 510, FAB
tables/Costs
DE STRAT IA AH;
<redacted>
<redacted>
MOU Policy
HO&CS Finance DG Sec Pol
<redacted>
<redacted>
BM1
Repayment Contacts
Telephone
Email
DFin Strat FMPA Finance
<redacted>
<redacted>
Policy AHd 2
DFin Strat FMPA Finance
<redacted>
<redacted>
Policy 2b
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1 Overview
Introduction
1.
International Defence Training (IDT) is the arrangement of formal training and
education, for military personnel or civilians, on a government to government (G2G) basis
in support of Defence Engagement objectives. UK Armed Forces training is widely
recognised as being of the highest quality and in many areas is world leading. IDT is
largely delivered in the UK in Defence Training establishments but can also consist of
training teams from those training establishments delivering effect overseas when
required.
2.
Any arrangement for foreign private individuals (who are not sponsored/supported by
their government) to receive training in UK MOD establishments is not IDT and must be
subject to a commercial contract under Wider Markets rules. Similarly, if training is to be
delivered to a civilian contractor or other non-governmental third party, for or on behalf of a
foreign military, then this should be contracted under commercial arrangements even if this
is in pursuit of, or aligns with, UK Defence Engagement objectives. Where doubt over the
basis of agreement exists, clarification and guidance will be given by DE Strat ITP in the
first instance.
Contributing to National Security
3.
The UK National Security Strategy (NSS) is the overarching policy guidance for all
Government departments. It is drawn together by the Cabinet Office after consultation
with, and input from Partners Across Government (PAG). The Foreign and Commonwealth
Office (FCO) policy goals,
derived from the NSS, and in many cases including cross-
Government country strategies, set out HMG’s wider priorities for international
engagement and are closely aligned to Defence Strategic Direction (DSD). IPS desk
officers work closely with their FCO and Department for International Development (DFID)
counterparts to develop a joint approach to conflict reduction.
Defence Strategic Direction
4.
DSD sets out the Defence Board’s direction to MOD on the implementation of the
NSS and the Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR). It comprises Strategic
Context, Direction and Defence Planning Assumptions, Guidance for Developing Defence
and Detailed Direction. DSD directs 8 Defence Tasks (DT), the following are directly
supported by delivery of IDT:
a.
DT4
–
Influence
through
International
Defence
Engagement.
DT4 underpins all of the National Security Objectives (NSO) and DTs, but is closely
linked in SDSR to NSO2: Project Our Global Influence. Generally conducted in a
cross-Government context, this Task includes the development, sustainment and
exploitation of the Global Defence Network, provision of support to NATO and other
international organisations, sets the framework to enable DE activity in support of
cross-Government strategies and Defence regional priorities, and includes routine
activity such as visits, training (including IDT) and exercises. Many nations value the
opportunity to send their personnel to train alongside UK students and receive
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professional instruction from highly experienced instructors and subject matter
experts.
b.
DT6 – UK Prosperity and Civil Society.
DT6 contributes to NSO3 Promote
our Prosperity. This task sets out how Defence is to promote the UK’s economic
security and opportunities globally, as well as increase innovation and strengthen its
contribution to UK National Security.
In addition to strengthening the UK’s defence
industrial base and reducing the overall cost of defence (by extending production
runs and achieving economies of scale), defence exports enhance allied operational
capability; contribute to international peace and stability; strengthen defence
relationships and improve interoperability. This can often require the provision of IDT
as part of a holistic package.
International Defence Engagement Strategy (IDES)
5.
Using NSS and SDSR as a baseline, IDES was first published in February 2013 and
was refreshed and re-issued in February 2017. IDES sets out how all Defence activity,
short of combat operations, will focus efforts on those countries which are most important
to our national interests. It ensures the United Kingdom is developing relationships and
influence over a longer-term 20-year horizon so that we achieve our objectives in a period
of significant uncertainty and change. International Defence Engagement works to achieve
influence through three broad areas of activity:
a.
building partner capability and capacity.
b.
Defence Diplomacy.
c.
support to UK prosperity and Defence and Security Exports.
6.
The implementation of IDES as set out in the Joint Doctrine Note 1/15, uses our
network of Defence Attachés and other Defence representation overseas, including MoD
exchange and liaison officers and Defence civilians, together with the diplomatic network
and the Defence and Security Organisation of UK Trade & Investment, to ensure that we
are developing the right relationships and achieving the right influence for the challenges
and opportunities of the future. IDES employs an integrated approach to developing the
relationships and influence required to achieve our objectives of enhancing our prosperity
and security. The IDES is supported by a cross-Whitehall board known as the DEB.
Defence Engagement Board (DEB)
7.
The DEB is a 3*-led body, formed to provide strategic policy direction for the
implementation and co-ordination of UK Defence Engagement in line with wider HMG
goals and in co-ordination with other HMG activity as described in IDES (see Related
Documents). The DEB is jointly chaired by MOD and FCO.
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2 Organisation and Process
Key Stakeholders
Security Policy & Operations (Sec Pol & Ops)
1.
Within MOD, the organisations that shape IDT policy are located within the Sec Pol &
Ops group. Sec Pol & Ops is responsible for providing MOD’s input to HMG security policy
and shaping the external security environment through the relationships it fosters, the
activities it undertakes, and the operations it plans and directs. It deals with international
organisations, individual countries, regional groupings, other government departments,
agencies and forces, and the rest of the Department. Among its core tasks are:
a.
contributing to the development of security strategy at the national level.
b.
policy lead on the reduction of the impact of conflict.
c.
policy lead on engagement with, and contribution to, reform of international
organisations, especially the UN, NATO and the EU.
d.
policy lead for the promotion of bilateral relations within wider UK foreign and
security policy.
International Training Policy (ITP)
2.
International Training Policy sits within Sec Pol & Ops, Defence Engagement
Strategy (DE Strat) area. On a routine basis, ITP provides generic policy guidance and
direction when further interpretation of international training policy is required. Its main
responsibilities are:
a.
provision of policy advice and guidance about all generic IDT issues.
b.
the prioritisation of the provision of Tier 1 IDT courses, through the Forward
Allocation Baseline (FAB) process.
c.
responsible management of UK government funds allocated to deliver IDT.
d.
editing and publishing JSP 510.
International Policy & Security Directorates (IPS)
3.
IPS Directorates have specific responsibility for UK defence policy for countries within
their regions. IPS Branches determine regional strategies, set country objectives for
bilateral Defence relations, and are responsible for the in-year management of the country
activity programmes recorded in ESCAPADE. They may request training for their countries
as appropriate within the framework of ESCAPADE and liaise directly with the IDTs. The
IPS Branches are:
a.
Russia & Wider Europe (RWE).
b.
Europe & EU Exit (EEUX).
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c.
Sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America & the Caribbean (SSALAC).
d.
The Levant & North Africa (LENA).
e.
The Gulf & Iran.
f.
Indo Asia Pacific.
4.
International Policy & Security Branches work collaboratively within MOD and across
Whitehall contributing to HMG security policy and helping shape the international
environment. They provide policy advice to Ministers, senior officials and others, direct the
Defence Attaché network and oversee the implementation of the International Defence
Engagement Strategy and Regional Strategies. Key priorities are global conflict
prevention; influencing in support of UK national interests and promoting and protecting
UK prosperity.
5.
EEUX is also responsible for coordinating, assessing and managing the wider
implications for MOD of the UK’s exit from the EU.
6.
Any offer of IDT to countries which might be considered contentious must be cleared
with the appropriate IPS desk officer. Desk officers consult DAs, OGDs, and defence
exports organisations as required, and provide the training organisations and commercial
partners with advice and, occasionally, any constraints that are to be applied to individual
countries.
UK Defence Attachés/Advisers Network
7.
The UK DA is responsible for ensuring that HMG and MOD international security
cooperation objectives are achieved through a proactive engagement with his/her host
country. The UK’s interests in each country are detailed in the Regional Analysis section of
Defence Strategic Guidance, IPS Regional/Country Strategies, and the NSS strategies.
One of the most powerful and influential means at the disposal of the DA to achieve these
objectives is IDT. When a DA identifies a training need that can be fulfilled by the UK, and
where the provision of that training is of benefit to the UK, they should facilitate bids for
training, either directly to single-Service IDTs or through their desk officer in the IPS
Branches. DAs act as field agents for promoting IDT on behalf of the single-Service
training organisations and the DEFAC. It is essential that a DA is fully aware of what the
IDT staffs or their commercial partners are planning for their particular region; therefore it
is essential that IDT staffs keep DAs fully informed about their marketing initiatives. Other
key responsibilities of DAs include identifying the most suitable candidates for UK funded
defence training and keeping track of individuals who have undergone training in the past.
Alumni tracking is of key importance if MOD is to maximise its return on investment in
international training and provide evidence of impact as required to other government
stakeholders.
MOD Single-Service Staffs
8.
Ultimate responsibility for the IDT carried out by the three single-Service training
organisations rests with the Naval, General and Air staffs. They exercise control through
Navy Command, HQ Army and Air Command respectively. It should be noted, however,
that some training establishments (e.g. DEFAC) fall outside the administrative
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responsibility of the single-Service training organisations. The policies and procedures in
this JSP apply equally to IDT administered and delivered by these organisations.
Joint Forces Command (JFC)
9.
The strategic purpose of the JFC is to bring coherence to the delivery of joint effect.
JFC manages, delivers and champions joint capabilities to support the success of military
operations. JFC also meets the need for a more coherent approach to Joint Warfare by
integrating a range of joint Defence organisations and functions that were previously
managed disparately. This includes command and control of a number of Defence
academic and training establishments which deliver IDT, including DEFAC, schools within
Defence Intelligence (DI) and the Surgeon General.
Single-Service IDT
10. The three services each have IDT staff with pan-Service responsibility for the delivery
of IDT within their areas of responsibility.
11.
IDT (RN). IDT (RN) is part of NAVY HQ (FOST) and oversees delivery of NAVY IDT
including the Royal Marines (RM); Fleet Aviation (Fleet Av); The Institute of Naval Medicine
(INM), Alverstoke; and The Joint Operations Planning Course, Northwood.
12.
IDT (Army). IDT (A) oversees the delivery of individual and collective IDT delivered
by Land Warfare Centre (LWC) and Army Recruiting and Initial Training Command
(ARITC) Operating Groups and associated Defence Colleges. It also provides IDT
management and administration for the following JFC organisations:
a.
Defence Academy.
b.
Defence Intelligence and Security Centre.
c.
Defence School of Intelligence (DSI).
d.
Royal School of Military Survey (RSMS).
e.
Defence School of Photography.
f.
Surgeon General.
13.
IDT (RAF). IDT (RAF) oversees delivery of training by 1 Group, 2 Group and 22
(Training) Group RAF including the following tri-Service colleges:
a.
Defence School of Aeronautical Engineering (DSAE).
b.
Defence School of Communications & Information Systems (DSCIS).
c.
Defence School of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering (DSEME).
d.
Defence Survival Evasion, Resistance and Extraction Training School.
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Prioritising and Allocating IDT
14. IDT is grouped into 3 tiers to optimise its effect. Tiering reflects the importance and
value of particular training to meet Defence Engagement objectives and consequently
controls how IDT is offered and allocated.
a.
Tier 1. Selected training courses with prestigious status and high defence
engagement value, where demand exceeds capacity. Places are formally allocated
by MOD Head Office through the FAB process.
b.
Tier 2. Selected training courses with recognised defence engagement value,
where demand often exceeds supply. Prioritisation of course places is managed by
MOD Head Office through IPS programmers.
c.
Tier 3. All other IDT courses, the allocation of which is delegated to the single-
Service IDTs, who will refer to MOD Head Office for guidance on allocation by
exception only.
15. The inclusion of courses as Tier 1 or 2 is subject to regular review by a committee led
by ITP. A list of Tier 1 and 2 courses is included at Annex A.
Forward Allocation Baseline (FAB)
16. The annual FAB meeting determines the allocation of Tier 1 IDT. The allocation of
places is managed by ITP through the FAB, irrespective of funding source. The FAB
committee meets in the late summer preceding the financial year in which training
commences. The FAB committee is chaired at 2* level and comprises representatives from
IPS Directorates, DI, sS central staffs and JFC. Other MOD organisations or OGDs may
be invited to attend the FAB as required. Places on Tier 1 courses are allocated by the
FAB, following which ITP will instruct the single-Service IDTs (and RCDS) to issue
invitations to the selected countries. (NB – IDT Army handles the invitation process on
behalf of the Defence Academy.)
Bids and Requests
17. The majority of bids and requests for IDT will be directed initially to the relevant
single-Service (sS) IDT staff, who will respond and take action appropriate to the
requesting country and Tier of the course.
18.
Tier 1. Bids for Tier 1 courses should be submitted through the regional policy desk
officer in the IPS Branch and will be entered on to ESCAPADE by the IPS Programmers.
No invitations may be issued by IDTs for Tier 1 courses without formal approval from ITP
following the annual FAB meeting.
19.
Tier 2.
Bids for Tier 2 courses should be entered onto ESCAPADE by Defence
Sections as part of the annual Tier 2 bidding process as outlined in the IPS Programming
Guide. In instances where requests are received directly by single Service IDTs, often
through the UK DA in-country, by requesting nations or third parties, such as UK
contractors, IDTs will enter such bids onto ESCAPADE.
20. The allocation of Tier 2 courses will initially be managed by respective IDTs. They will
ensure that, if at the relevant bid closing date demand for places exceeds supply, guidance
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should be sought from IPS Programmers, and where appropriate, Single Service
international staffs and JFC (DEFAC), for direction on allocation. Invitations for UK funded
activity must not be issued without financial approval from the relevant IPS Branch. The
success of managing Tier 2 courses depends on anticipation by the IDT staffs and an
understanding and efficient cooperation between the IPS programmers.
21.
Tier 3. All bids and requests for Tier 3 courses should be made directly to the single-
Service IDTs who have delegated authority from MOD Head Office for their management
on a first-come first-served basis. All Tier 3 bids should be entered on to ESCAPADE by
IDTs. As with Tier 1 and 2 activity, invitations for UK funded activity should not be issued
without financial approval from the relevant IPS Branch.
IDT Capacity
Capacity Types
22. IDT has not previously been a mandated core task and, with the exception of Tier 1
and some Tier 2 courses, capacity has not previously been allocated or places included in
the Statement of Trained Requirement (SOTR)1 to deliver IDT. SDSR 2015 has, however,
identified Defence Engagement (DE) as a funded, core task for Defence, meaning that DE
should be prioritised alongside other core tasks. Defence Plan 16 directs all TLBs to
expand the delivery of DE effect through activities demanded in Defence Regional
Strategies, including seeking to increase the training and exercise opportunities offered to
international partners.
23. Capacity to deliver IDT in support of Defence Engagement objectives should
therefore be developed alongside capacity to meet the UK sovereign training requirement
and Statement of Training Task. Front Line Command Capability staffs will either confirm
the availability of existing resource or seek the necessary additional resource through the
ABC process, and task the appropriate training delivery authority to deliver the IDT
requirement.
24. In some cases, IDT may also be delivered using spare capacity from within existing
structures, plans and resources allocated to satisfy the UK Sovereign Training
Requirement. Examples are:
a.
loading international students on to core UK Phase 2 and 3 courses within the
school’s stated Statement of Training Task (SOTT) where the course is underbid by
UK students.
b.
loading international students on to core UK Phase 2 and 3 courses where the
course can accept a few additional international students in addition to the UK SOTT
within the ‘headroom’ of the training establishment’s overall capacity.
c.
delivering an International only course or providing or augmenting a Short Term
Training Team (STTT) during gaps in the establishment’s training calendar and other
core commitments.
25. When IDT takes place for Non-Core MOD business purposes, (e.g. repayment,
charging or income generation arrangements where a contract for sale is raised),
1 See JSP 822.
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commercial insurance must be purchased to avoid the costs of compensation for injury,
loss or damage falling to the Defence Budget. Advice about insurance and risk mitigation
may be obtained from the Senior Claims Officer (Policy), Directorate of Judicial
Engagement Policy, Common Law Claims & Policy (DJEP-CLCP), JSP 462, DFM’s
website and from MOD’s insurance brokers, Willis Ltd, in accordance with 2015 DIN 08-
002 - Insurance Arrangements for Charging Activities (Income Generation and
Repayment). It is the responsibility of training establishments and IDT staffs to ensure
appropriate insurance cover is provided when delivering IDT on a commercial basis. If
there is doubt about whether a particular activity is Core or Non-Core MOD business, the
training establishment should contact their budget area, corporate governance team and
ultimately their Senior Finance Officer for clarification.
Tier 1 and 2 Capacity
26. Each IDT is responsible for monitoring the use of single-Service training capacity, of
any type, that delivers or enables IDT activity. Any proposed reduction in the capacity to
deliver Tier 1 and 2 courses must be notified to ITP in sufficient time to allow them to
assess the effect on Defence Engagement objectives and, where necessary, to make
representations to the relevant TLB.
Resources
27. While many nations seek IDT from UK MOD on a self-funding basis, funds are
available to Sec Pol & Ops organisations to ‘buy’ IDT for selected countries in pursuit of
Defence Engagement Objectives. The principal sources of funding are:
a.
Defence Assistance Fund (DAF).
b.
Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF).
c.
Counter-Terrorism Programme Fund (CTPF).
Defence Assistance Fund (DAF)
28. DAF is allocated from within the Defence core budget and is used to finance activities
that will deliver Defence Engagement objectives, as set out in the Defence Engagement
Strategy. DAF funding is used to sponsor IDT students from those countries identified as
being of high priority or strategic importance to the UK. DAF funding is pivotal to Defence
requirements, for example in developing relationships that MOD relies on for access,
basing or overflight in operational areas. The overall fund is split between:
a.
DAF (North) - covering NATO & Russia and Wider Europe countries.
b.
DAF (South) - covering the Rest of the World.
c.
DAF (FAB) - covering all Tier 1 Courses.
d.
DAF (CT) - covering specific counter-terrorism related activities.
e.
Defence Engagement Provision (DEP). Funding for novel or large value
projects which cannot be contained within DAF. DEP funding is open to all Defence
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TLBs to bid for and subject to a case by case scrutiny and 2* approval within Sec Pol
& Ops.
29. Allocations for each strand are controlled by DE Strat in consultation with
representatives from IPS Branches and are ultimately directed by the joint MOD/FCO
Defence Engagement Board. DAF allocations are subject to the MOD Planning Round and
may not be confirmed until the annual Planning Round has been completed. Activities
earlier in the financial year may be approved at risk at 2* level.
Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF)
30. The Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) supports work to reduce the risk of
conflict or instability in countries where the UK has key interests. The CSSF’s strategic
direction is set by the
National Security Council (NSC) and is guided by the priorities set
out in the
2015 Strategic Defence and Security Review and the
UK Aid Strategy. Its
objective is to put this strategic direction into action on the ground by drawing on the most
effective combination of defence, diplomacy, and development assistance at the
government’s disposal.
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3 Charging Policy and Cost Recovery
Overview
1.
The principle purpose of International Defence Training is to enable the MOD to
achieve its international security cooperation policy objectives as directed by Security
Policy and Operations. The costs associated with the delivery of IDT must be identified,
recovered and recorded in accordance with Treasury Rules. The overarching policy on
charging for the supply of goods and services to external organisations is contained in HM
Treasury Managing Public Money Chapter 6.
JSP 462 Guidance
2.
JSP 462 – Financial Management and Charging Policy Manual. The MOD Guide
to Repayment; translates Treasury rules and policy into guidance for the Department. It
includes a chapter dedicated to Income Generation.
3.
Where resources are provided specifically for IDT, the full cost should be recovered
with the exceptions mentioned below. There may be occasions where it would be
appropriate to let market conditions determine the level of charging where there is, or may
be, competition. Depending on the circumstances, the charge should be set at the higher
market rate in the interest of fair competition.
a.
In providing IDT to another country, MOD may receive quantifiable and tangible
benefits. In these circumstances, recovery of less than full cost may be justified.
When MOD finances IDT through its own funds (DAF) or cross-government funds
(e.g. CSSF) it is, by definition, to the benefit of MOD and charging below the full cost
recovery rate should be considered. Any abatement from full cost charging must be
accounted for as a Public Subsidy in the usual way. Authority to abate full-cost
recovery rests with the Director of Resources when within their delegation.
b.
Where Defence Assistance Fund or CSSF funding is employed to support the
wider Defence interest, or where the market price would achieve less than full cost
and the service is not being provided from spare capacity, approval to abate the full
cost charge should be sought from the appropriate Director of Resources section,
who may use their delegation for abating costs.
c.
Where clarification of the wider Defence interest is required, insofar as the
provision and charging of IDT has a material effect on MOD’s relationship with
another country, reference should be made to the delegated MOD authority. Usually
this is the regional AH or 1* IPS Director.
d.
Where MOD or the CSSF funds IDT, charges should not be raised above full
cost unless third parties, such as Public Finance Initiative (PFI) partners, have a
contractual entitlement to a particular level or percentage of receipt. The underlying
principle is that no part of MOD should seek to profit from another.
4.
Income Generation applies only where surplus training capacity is made available for
income generation purposes as opposed to policy-driven reasons, and where it is actively
marketed. Income Generation guidance does not apply to any UK-funded training or
courses which have been designated as of primary or secondary importance to the
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fulfilment of MOD’s international security cooperation objectives (Tier 1 and Tier 2
courses). Where it is planned to charge a price above full cost (in accordance with Income
Generation guidance), the Director of Resources finance section should check with the
relevant Sec Pol & Ops policy staff that there is no conflict with the wider Defence interest.
5.
In consultation with the issuers of the relevant DINs, Director of Resources has the
discretion to charge messing and/or accommodation at entitled, rather than non-entitled,
rates where students are funded or part-funded by the Defence Assistance Fund or CSSF.
Where specific approval has been granted for Defence Assistance Fund or CSSF funds to
be used in order to abate charges on the grounds of justifiable diplomatic benefit to MOD,
a commensurate reduction of the Non-Entitled Messing and Accommodation charge is
permissible.
6.
It should be noted that where PAYD (Pay As You Dine) is in operation, messing rates
do not apply. MOD training establishments should not seek to profit from the sale of food,
e.g. by charging countries non-entitled messing rates while providing only the Core Meal.
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ANNEX A: TIER 1 AND TIER 2 COURSES
COURSE
LIST OF TIER 1 COURSES
LOCATION
PROVIDER
Royal College of Defence Studies
DEFAC
RCDS
Advanced Command & Staff Course (ACSC)
DEFAC
JSCSC
Higher Command & Staff Course (HCSC)
DEFAC
JSCSC
RMA Sandhurst Initial Officer Training
IDT(A)
RMAS Sandhurst
Initial Naval Training (Officers) Course
IDT(RN)
BRNC Dartmouth
(INT(O))
Royal Marines Young Officers Course
IDT(RN)
CTCRM Lympstone
(RMYOC)
RAF Cranwell Initial Officer Training (IOT)
IDT(RAF)
RAF Cranwell
International Intelligence Directors Course
DI
JITG, Chicksands
(IIDC)
Senior Strategic Leadership Programme
DEFAC
DEFAC
Strategic Leadership Programme (SLP)
DEFAC
Various
Managing Defence in Wider Security Context DEFAC
DEFAC
Residential (MDWSC)
MDWSC Export
DEFAC
Various
Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)
IDT(RN)
MWS - HMS Collingwood
Exclusive Economic Zone Export
IDT(RN)
Various
COURSE
LIST OF TIER 2 COURSES
LOCATION
PROVIDER
Advanced Fast Jet Flying Training*
IDT(RAF)
4 FTS RAF Valley
Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic (AMM)
IDT(RAF)
DSAE RAF Cosford
Aircraft Technical Training (Avionics)
IDT(RAF)
DSAE RAF Cosford
Aircraft Technical Training (Mechanical)
IDT(RAF)
DSAE RAF Cosford
Aircraft Weapons Training
IDT(RAF)
DSAE RAF Cosford
Aircrew Instructor Course
IDT(RAF)
CFS RAF Cranwell
Basic Fast Jet Flying Training
*
IDT(RAF)
1 FTS RAF Linton on
Ouse
British Military English Course (BMEC)
DE School
DEFAC
(DCLC)
Chevening Scholarships
IPS
UK
Branch/FCO
Clearance Diving Officer (CDO)
IDT(RN)
DDS, HMS Excellent
Close Protection
IDT(A)
CPU Longmoor
Elementary Flying Training (EFT)
IDT(RAF)
3 FTS RAF Cranwell
Fighter Controller (surveillance officer)
IDT(RAF)
School of Fighter Control
RAF Boulmer
Flight Safety Officers Course (FSOC)
IDT(RAF)
MAA Shrivenham
Flying Authorisers Course (FLAC)
IDT(RAF)
MAA Shrivenham
Flying Supervisors Course (FSC)
IDT(RAF)
MAA Shrivenham
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Fire Support Team Commander
IDT(A)
RSA Larkhill
Intermediate Command Staff Course (Air)
DEFAC
JSCSC
Intermediate Command Staff Course (Land)
DEFAC
JSCSC
Intermediate Command Staff Course
DEFAC
JSCSC
(Maritime)
International Air Battle Management
IDT(RAF)
School of Fighter Control
RAF Boulmer
International Basic Tactics Instructor Course
IDT(A)
IBS, Brecon
(IBTIC)
International Electronic Warfare Course
IDT(RAF)
DSCIS Blandford
(IEWO)
International Ground Based Air Defence
IDT(A)
RSA Larkhill
Commanders’ Course
International Imagery Analysis Course (IIAC)
IDT(A)
JITG Chicksands
International Improvised Explosive Device
IDT(A)
DEMS Trg Regt, Kineton
Disposal (IEDD) Course
International Intelligence Analysis Training
IDT(A)
JITG Chicksands
Course (IIATC)
International Joint Operations Planning
IDT(RN)
PJHQ
Course
International Joint Operations Planning
JFD
Various
Course – Export
International Lieutenant Maritime Security
IDT(RN)
MWS – HMS Collingwood
Course
International Logistics Officers Course (ILOC) IDT(A)
DLS, Deepcut
International Principal Warfare Officer (A)
IDT(RN)
MWS - HMS Collingwood
International Principal Warfare Officer (B)
IDT(RN)
MWS - HMS Collingwood
International Small Ships Command
IDT(RN)
MWS - HMS Collingwood
International Sniper Course
IDT(A)
SWS, Warminster
International Urban Ops Course
IDT(A)
IBS, Brecon
Joint Terminal Attack Course
IDT(RAF)
JFACTU RAF Leeming
Joint Terminal Attack Course (Instructor)
IDT(RAF)
JFECTU RAF Leeming
Jungle Warfare Instructors course
IDT(A)
JWD Brunei
Junior Officers’ Tactical Awareness Course
IDT(A)
JSC, Warminster
(JOTAC)
Light Reconnaissance Commanders’ Course
IDT(A)
ARMCEN, Warminster
Military Aviation Language Training (MALT)
IDT(RAF)
DCLC RAF Cosford
MSc Geospatial Intelligence (formerly Army
IDT(A)
RSMS Hermitage
Survey MSc)
MSc Security Sector Management
DEFAC
Cranfield University,
Shrivenham (routed via
Def Ac)
Multi-Engine Rotary Training
IDT(RAF)
DHFS RAF Shawbury
Multi-Engine Pilot Training
IDT(RAF)
3 FTS RAF Cranwell
International Maritime EOD Course
IDT(A)
DEMS Trg Regiment
Bicester
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Overseas Directing Staff Course
DEFAC
JSCSC
Platoon Commander Battle Course
IDT(A)
InfBS Brecon
Platoon Sergeant Battle Course
IDT(A)
InfBS Brecon
Post Crash Management Incident Officers
IDT(RAF)
MAA Shrivenham
Course (PCMIO)
Qualified Flying Instructor
IDT(RAF)
CFS RAF Cranwell
Qualified Helicopter Instructor
IDT(RAF)
CFS RAF Shawbury
Qualified Weapon Instructor
IDT(RAF)
AWC RAF Cranwell
RE Troop Commander
IDT(A)
RSME Chatham
Royal Navy Advanced Survey Course
IDT(RN)
FOST HM – HMS Drake
Single Engine Rotary Wing Training
IDT(RAF)
DHFS RAF Shawbury
Strategic Planning Course
DEFAC
Various
Systems Engineering and Management
IDT(RN)
HMS Sultan
Course (Air Engineering) (SEMC (AE))
Systems Engineering and Management
IDT(RN)
HMS Sultan
Course (Marine Engineering) (SEMC (ME))
Systems Engineering and Management
IDT(RN)
HMS Collingwood
Course (Weapon Engineering) (SCMC (WE))
Weapon Systems Officer (Generic)
IDT(RAF)
55 Sqn RAF Cranwell
While Military Flying Training is prestigious training and oversubscribed, it is not a regular
programmable course and has very limited availability on a self-funded basis.
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