Taken Hostage — SAS & MI5 Operative Mick Hawkes Speaks Out

Author: mgp Published: November 22, 2025 0 comments

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Former 22 SAS operator and MI5 advisor Mick Hawkes joins Veteran Craig Harrison — the British Army marksman known for achieving the world’s longest recorded shot — for one of the most revealing military conversations ever filmed.

From SAS selection and the infamous Fan Dance, to Northern Ireland, the IRA years, the Falklands, Bosnia, and Iraq, Mick revisits a career that spanned decades of British military history — exploring resilience, leadership, and the realities of service both in and out of uniform. He recounts his time in Bosnia, where he and Billy Bingham were taken captive during operations, describing how they endured isolation and maintained composure under extreme pressure — experiences that later shaped his transition into an advisory role with MI5. Mick also reflects on serving alongside the men of Bravo Two Zero, including Chris Ryan, and working with international allies such as Delta Force, while examining the psychological impact of life in covert units.

Together, Craig and Mick discuss resilience, mindset, and mental-health awareness, as well as modern-day security challenges — including the recent Charlie Kirk incident and how elite units assess and respond to threats in today’s world. After decades of service, Mick now runs Hawkes & Co. — a specialist risk-management and security consultancy drawing on his experience in the SAS and MI5 to advise clients on leadership, crisis management, and operational planning.

Craig is the founder of The Maverick Survival School — a charity-driven organisation focused on resilience training, outdoor education, and supporting veteran mental health. 🎙️ Beyond The Scope delivers authentic stories from those who’ve served — from SAS operators and MI5 advisors, to veterans and front-line personnel who’ve faced adversity and found strength through purpose. Each episode explores mental health, resilience, and life after service through raw, grounded conversation.

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