GARRISON Radio, which is local to Tidworth and Bulford, has set up a messaging and dedication service for troops in the Gulf.

If you want to get in touch, call 01748 872444, text 07769 572230 or email gulfrequests@ garrisonradio.com You can send a greeting or you can write a message on the virtual message board online at www.garrisonradio.com Virgin Radio and BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service) have also joined forces to give support to British personnel overseas.

You can leave your requests with Virgin's dedicated free phone number: 0800 032 1215 or via the Virgin Radio website www.virginradio.co.uk Messages will be played every Saturday and Sunday between 10 and noon on 1215AM.