50th (Northumbrian) Signal Regiment
The 50th (Northumbrian) Signal Regiment is a unit of the British Army Reserve. It is part of 11th Signal Brigade and is responsible for providing communication and information services in support of military operations. The Regiment's headquarters is located in Newcastle upon Tyne, and it draws its personnel primarily from the North East of England.
Its role includes the provision of secure communications, information systems support, and cyber security capabilities. The Regiment’s soldiers are trained in a variety of communications technologies and information systems.
The 50th (Northumbrian) Signal Regiment has a long and distinguished history, tracing its lineage back to Territorial Army signal units raised in the region before the Second World War. It has seen service in various operational theatres, both in the UK and overseas, and continues to play an important role in the modern British Army.