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DIO Stakeholder Briefing - 2 October 2026

RN Forum Moderator — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:21:53 GMT

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...(read more)

RN Forum Lowdown - September 2026

RN Forum Moderator — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 12:54:24 GMT

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...(read more)

Royal Navy 60 Second Update - Episode 234

RN Forum Moderator — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:36:36 GMT

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...(read more)

New Fixed Saver from Serve and Protect

RN Forum Moderator — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 05:52:45 GMT

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 ...(read more)

Little Troopers Monthly Newsletter - September/October 2026

RN Forum Moderator — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 19:33:39 GMT

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...(read more)

Military Partners Survey - Forces Families Jobs

RN Forum Moderator — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:08:04 GMT

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...(read more)

SSAFA are Recruiting Volunteers Serving Community Team at Faslane

RN Forum Moderator — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:46:37 GMT

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...(read more)

Royal Naval Benevolent Trust - Latest Newsletter

RN Forum Moderator — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 10:59:00 GMT

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...(read more)

First Defence Finance - Let's Talk Money Financial Blogs

RN Forum Moderator — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

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...(read more)

DIO Update - Military Families Invited to Help Shape the Future of Service Family Housing

RN Forum Moderator — Fri, 25 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Festival of Remembrance – Family Support Required!

RN Forum Moderator — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:56:17 GMT

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...(read more)

Armed Forces Covenat Fund Trust - Collaboration Lab Survey

RN Forum Moderator — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:00:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Service Pupil Premium 2026: Extra Funding for Service Children

RN Forum Moderator — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:50:20 GMT

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...(read more)

Forces Pension Week

RN Forum Moderator — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:47:16 GMT

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...(read more)

Royal Navy 60 Second Update - Episode 233

RN Forum Moderator — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:58:29 GMT

Caribbean patrollers HMS Trent host your latest Royal Navy news update. This and previous updates can be viewed via the Royal Navy Website: 60 Second Update(read more)