Government announced yesterday.

The five-member Review Board is examining the role of the Bermuda Regiment with the intention of providing insight into its current role and operations with a view to establishing the future responsibilities and training of the organisation, said Regiment Public Relations Officer Capt. Stephen Caton.

The board has received terms of reference that encompass multiple aspects of the Regiment and will submit its findings to the Governor and Cabinet upon completion.

The Board is comprised of two overseas army officers -- Brigadier Simon Young, CBE, and Major Tim House -- and three Bermudian members who were chosen by Cabinet. They are retired Bermudian Regiment officer Capt. Larry Burchall, lawyer Victoria Pearman, and businessman Charlton Dill.

The group have paid courtesy visits to the Governor and the Premier and will also meet with Regiment principals and the Police and Fire Services.

Current members of the Regiment can make written submissions and meetings in person will also be arranged.

Members of the general public will also have an opportunity to address any issues they have when a public forum is held at Warwick Camp on February 2 at 7 p.m.

Previous media reports have pointed to a larger seagoing presence, fewer soldiers, better equipment, increased responsibilities, and full-time employment opportunities as suggestions that may be forthcoming from the team.

The UK Armed Services have long held the view that smaller, well-equipped professional forces are far superior to larger, conscripted ones.