British Forces are stationed in Germany for reasons of national and NATO security with the agreement and support of the German government. The presence of British and American troops provides mutual security and is a visible display of the UK's support for its NATO allies. The UK has been a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation since 1949.

HQ UKSC(G) commands the only garrison west of the River Rhine, designated Rhine Garrison, which comprises mainly a signal brigade and logistic support units. It also has a key role in supporting the deployment of both the ARRC Group, and 1 (UK) Armd Div which is critical to the success of the peacekeeping and other operations these formations may be asked to carry out. In many ways it can be likened to an aircraft carrier - providing life support for its stationed personnel and launching them worldwide to carry out tasks when called on to do so

NATO forces based in Germany are geographically well-placed to respond to events which could disrupt unity in Europe, while at the same time our presence in Germany has valuable economic and cultural benefits.