A new Armed Forces Hub was launched in Walsall on Wednesday 23 September 2026 Providing support and advice for serving Personnel, Reservists, Veterans and their Families The hub will run as a monthly drop-in service on the second Thursday of ev...

The Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey (AFCAS) has been refreshed to make it shorter, clearer and easier to complete, while continuing to focus on the issues that matter most to Service personnel. Around 40% fewer standard questions. Refocused ...

The Beyond the Wire Bereavement Hub exists to support people navigating life after military loss, and to make sure no one has to do that alone. Beyond the Wire was founded following personal experience of military bereavement, and the realisation tha...

Connected Families Activity Day and Family Weekend - Helensburgh - 16-18 October 2026 - For families whose service person is based at HMNB Clyde Both events are being held at Blairvadach Outdoor Education Centre. The FREE activity day - Sat 17th O...

Use the link below to access the latest Digital Version of Civvy Street Magazine. Civvy Street Magazine – Oct/Nov 2026 Edition Visit Website - For Previous Editions and More.....

Introducing their Autumn Newsletter, packed full of updates from the team. View it - HERE

Opening 24 October 2026! Included in your visit: Drum along with the Royal Marines Band Assemble your kit against the clock Take on the bleep test Tackle the traverse wall Experience a RIB ride Read more and how to get t...

As part of the continued development of the Armed Forces Personnel Portal (AFPP), DBS are preparing to commence the next phase of Beta testing for the Wraparound Childcare (WAC) service. They are seeking current or recent WAC users who may be i...

This month’s bulletin includes: A message from the SSCE Cymru team October’s SSCE Cymru Seren of the Month Armed Forces Friendly Schools Cymru Service children data collection 2026/27 Upcoming events Remembrance 2026 Funding Supporting S...

Are you aged 13+ and part of a Military Family? Join them online for a fun, relaxed, and welcoming Girls’ Brigade session via Zoom! This special event is a great opportunity to connect with other young people from military families acro...

Serving Personnel and Veterans who were discharged or impacted by the pre-2000 ban on LGBT personnel in the Armed Forces have until 12 December 2026 to apply for restorative measures, including financial recognition. Find ou...

Military families invited to help shape the future of Service Family Housing The MOD has today launched the Red Tape Challenge, inviting families to tell us about processes that are getting in the way of them enjoying their homes, so that we can...

Take a look at the latest RN Forum Lowdown which consists of links to the majority of posts that have been published over the previoust month, plus highlights of what Member groups have been updated too. It includes forum facts and updates to as...

Royal Marines Reservists have been putting their skills to the test in a series of training exercises. Meanwhile sailors from HMS Queen Elizabeth paraded through Edinburgh. This and previous updates can be viewed via the Royal Navy Website: 60 S...

As part of our financial wellbeing benefits, a new Fixed Saver account is available through Serve and Protect Credit Union. For your awareness only – benefits include: Fixed term and interest rate FSCS protected up to £120,000 Full ...

We couldn’t do this without you. This month, we’re sending you a newsletter with a difference. Every now and then we like to focus on fundraising. Our charity is small and we rely on donations and grants to keep supporting our little troo...

Forces Families Jobs has been supported by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust Supporting Partners fund. Have you received support through Forces Families Jobs? AFCFT are inviting military partners to share their experiences as part of an indepen...

SSAFA is looking for volunteers join its new Serving Community Team at Faslane. Depending on the role you choose, you could help with fundraising, managing finances, being a listening ear,  or supporting marketing efforts.      You can give as...

Royal Naval Benevolent Trust (RNBT) provides financial assistance and support to Royal Navy and Royal Marines personnel and their families in times of need. RNBT produce a newsletter providing updates and stories of what's been happening across t...

Below are the latest financial blogs from First Defence Finance containing useful, practical money information. How does the Bank of England Work The Bank of England affects your everyday spending more than you might realise. But what does the B...

The MOD has launched the Red Tape Challenge, inviting families to tell us about processes that are getting in the way of them enjoying their homes, so that we can work to change them. This is just one of a series of new pledges setting out clear comm...

Would you like to share how you stay connected while your service person is deployed overseas? The Festival of Remembrance programme is shown on BBC One prime time Saturday night viewing with millions of viewers across the country. Each year includes...

The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust 's Collaboration Lab online survey is closing soon. Make sure your experience of the armed forces community is heard and counted! Take the survey: Collaboration Lab Online Survey Your chance to help deve...

Help your child's school to qualify for Service Pupil Premium funding by sharing your Service status before 1 October 2026. The Department for Education (DfE) provides additional funding to support children from Service families in England, throu...

This Forces Pension Week, we're teaming up with Forces Pension Society to provide clear, compassionate answers, not another maze to navigate. 17,000. That's how many Armed Forces pensions currently sit unclaimed. Some may belong to a bereaved...