Sorry wokkamate, but I think the all encompassing Data Protection Act means you're out of luck.
A couple of years back they wouldn't even post names on the RAF intranet let alone the big scary internet because it allegedly breached data protection regulations. I think they might have eased up a little since then with regard to the intranet, but if you're out of the UK then jungle drums are your best bet. That or Facebook if you have an account and you know who you're looking for - I've already come across one proud service wife singing from the roof tops about her husband's promotion.