Soldiers to put students through their paces

High school students will be put through their paces by a team of visiting soldiers next week.

That’s according to the Minister for Home Affairs, who says it’s part of an innovative programme aimed at assisting personal development.

Members of the 103^rd Regiment Royal Artillery work with young people throughout the UK’s North West region – where they also recruit volunteers.

The sessions are aimed at helping improve communication, leadership, mechanical and teamwork skills.

Juan Watterson says it’s their first time on the Isle of Man: