Rear Admiral Martin Connell has been appointed the Royal Navy’s new Second Sea Lord, its ultimate ‘people person’. In its 2022 iteration, the historic position – currently held by Vice Admiral Nick Hine ­– is respons...

Don't miss the Channel 5 documentary tonight, 3rd January, at 9pm on Channel 5. 'A fire on board HMS Northumberland threatens to end the mission before it’s even begun'. Watch the trailer at link below.

The January edition of Navy News is now on sale, featuring the return of the CSG21 and the Royal Marines preparing for their Arctic deployment in the new year. Don't miss a copy, subscribe now and save some money at http...

HRH The Duchess of Cornwall says she's "very proud" to become Patron of BFBS. Speaking for the first time since taking the role, the Duchess has praised the "incredible work" of the organisation. Read more on this story:...

Dear Families, The festive season is often a time of reflection for the things we are most grateful for. For most, it’s a time to be thankful for your family and friends and an opportunity to spend time and make memories together. ...

First Sea Lord, Admiral Sir Ben Key, delivers his Christmas message to all Royal Navy personnel thanking them for their efforts and contribution to keeping the country safe while continuing to operate all over the world. https://youtu.be/oLYfu0MjAX8

More than 750 Armed Forces personnel will be administering Covid-19 vaccines and helping with planning to maximise the effectiveness of the booster rollout. Read more: https://bit.ly/3oQR16P

Your latest news from the Royal Navy comes from HMS Richmond and marks the return of the UK’s Carrier Strike Group. The ships have been deployed for the past seven months, sailing to the Pacific Ocean and back conducting a range of operations ...

The wonderful Admiralty Carol Service has been recorded by BFBS this year and will be shown on Forces TV in the UK and BFBS Extra overseas Find out how you can tune in https://fal.cn/3kklR

Check out December’s edition of Navy News which is now on sale. It features updates on Royal Marines in California and the latest on HMS Spey and HMS Tamar in Hawaii. Subscribe now and save money: http://ow.ly/JEYw50GWfQ8

We've got some news... BFBS will be bringing you LIVE coverage of the Royal Navy Sports Awards 2021 on 7 December from Forces News Facebook. Get the date in the diary and we will see you there! 7 December at 2040 Read more here&n...

Today BFBS announces a new quarterly newsletter, Fighting Fit, which will share stories and other ideas, plus tips and advice from the armed forces community. As part of the announcement, BFBS is asking the community for their own li...

It’s time for your news update brought to you by HMS Kent during operations to counter terrorism and piracy near the Horn of Africa. We’ve also news from HMS Trent’s African patrol and much more, including some Hawaii adventures...

Here’s your headlines shipmates! This week’s update comes from sailors at the London Poppy Appeal. We’ve also got news from Royal Marines in the Mojave Desert, a fiery story from 815 Naval Air Squadron and an introduction to the...

The November edition of Navy News is now on sale featuring HMS Lancaster, Carrier Strike Group, 40 Cdo in California, the winning Peregrine Trophy photographs - and the chance to win an Airfix model of a F-35 Lightning aircraft. Subscribe now and sav...

The Daggers and the Desert. Here are your headlines from across the #RoyalNavy. This week we’re with #RoyalMarines in the Mojave Desert during exercises with US and Dutch allies. We’ve also got news on Type 26 frigates and HMS Argyll w...

The prestigious photographic competition dates back to 60 years and recognises the skills, professionalism and dedication of the small group of specialists who work to capture the actions of Sailors and Marines all over the world. Check...

BFPO Service Desk telephone and email service will be unavailable due to maintenance works from the 22 October 2021. Services will resume on 25 October 2021 08.00 and we apologise for any inconvenience caused. BFPO information can be found on the BFP...

BFBS launches a new Radio app, available for all Android and Apple devices. As well as accessing all the BFBS radio stations, anywhere in the world, the app now allows listeners to hear and download their favourite&nbs...

Last week Naval Families Federation (NFF) launched a collection of beautiful artworks submitted by RN/RM families during lockdown. Find out more about the story behind this creative project from the short video. attached. For more information and t...

This week’s news update is with HMS Prince of Wales after she became fully operational following an intensive time at sea. We also catch up with HMS Trent and 42 Commando as they head to the Gulf of Guinea. Read more: http://ow.ly/yecr5...

Let's look at some of the data collated from FamCAS 2021. See attached PDF. Want to know more, then visit: tri-service-families-continuous-attitude-survey-2021 Look out for FamCAS 2022 - due to be released Jan 2022!

The October edition of Navy News is now on sale, featuring F-35s being flown from both HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Queen Elizabeth; RFA Wave Knight's drugs bust in the Caribbean; an RN photographer tells of his work in Kabul during the evacuation...

Vaccines, Submarines and the Mountains | Episode 108 28.09.2021 Your 60 second update from across the Royal Navy is available to view here .

Exciting news for the University Royal Naval Units this summer. They are expanding! They now have Units in Belfast, East Midlands and Solent. If you are going to university in these regions in September and you want to experience life in the Roy...