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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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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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