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  • 1SL joins WEA in encouraging Naval community to ‘Start the Conversation’ about money

    1SL joins WEA in encouraging Naval community to ‘Start the Conversation’ about money The White Ensign Association (WEA) is encouraging serving personnel, veterans and families to start the conversation about money as part of Talk Money Week, a national campaign led by the government’s Money and Pensions Service to help people f...
    • 6 Nov 2025
  • Queen Victoria School Applications Open for August 2026

    Queen Victoria School Applications Open for August 2026 Applications are now being accepted for entry into Queen Victoria School, Dunblane in August 2026. Set in 45 acres of countryside, our co-educational boarding school supports the children of UK Armed Forces personnel who are either Scottish, have se...
    • 6 Nov 2025
  • Can we reunite you this Christmas? - Little Troopers Christmas Smiles 2025

    Can we reunite you this Christmas? - Little Troopers Christmas Smiles 2025 Over the years, some of Little Troopers most loved moments have been reuniting military families at Christmas, beautiful homecomings that create memories for a lifetime. This year, they’re thrilled to do it again! Little Troopers are looki...
    • 5 Nov 2025
  • Hurricane Melissa – Guidance for impacted personnel

    Hurricane Melissa – Guidance for impacted personnel Please see guidance letter from Cdre Marcel M G Rosenberg ADC RN to staff members from the Caribbean Community. Cdre Marcel M G Rosenberg ADC RN to staff members from the Caribbean Community
    • 5 Nov 2025
  • AFCAS 2026 - Your Opportunity to Shape Service Life

    AFCAS 2026 - Your Opportunity to Shape Service Life Halfway through the Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey (AFCAS). This is an opportunity for Service personnel to have their say on shaping Service life. AFCAS gives a random sample of Regular Service personnel the chance to tell Defence what they...
    • 5 Nov 2025
  • 60 Second Update - Episode 212

    60 Second Update - Episode 212 Your Royal Navy headlines are this week brought to you by 846 Naval Air Squadron as they operate with Dutch ship HNLMS Johan de Witt. View previous episodes HERE
    • 4 Nov 2025
  • DIO Stakeholder Briefing 3rd November 2025

    DIO Stakeholder Briefing 3rd November 2025 Defence Housing Strategy Announced by Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey MP Independently led by a team of experts and driven by the input of more than 6,000 service families, the strategy sets out the most significant change for Armed Force...
    • 3 Nov 2025
  • HMS Stirling Castle Welcomed To Her New Portsmouth Home Today

    HMS Stirling Castle Welcomed To Her New Portsmouth Home Today The distinctive blue-and-white warship sailed into His Majesty’s Naval Base Portsmouth for the first time under the White Ensign after a period of sea trials.She was greeted by families and friends of her 55-strong ship’s company, plus we...
    • 3 Nov 2025
  • Victory Services Club - Club Life Newsletter - October 2025

    Victory Services Club - October 2025 Newsletter. Click here to get all of the latest news
    • 3 Nov 2025
  • Don't put your family at risk - Li Batteries

    Don't put your family at risk - Li Batteries In 2021 just In London alone, there were over 100 fires involving e-bikes and e-scooters – IN THE HOME. When the batteries fail, they do so with ferocity and a rapidly developing fire can quickly occur. ONLY charge batteries whilst you are awak...
    • 31 Oct 2025
  • Valuable Fire Safety Information

    This is information that may save a life of you or a loved one. Please follow the link to read more. Valuable Fire Safety Information
    • 31 Oct 2025
  • New Topic Going Live

    New Topic Going Live As part of our refreshment of the RN Forum Topic area, there is a new Topic coming into the family from tomorrow. Addictions will cover some of the Services that Service Personnel and their Families can access. Please take a look and have a wander ar...
    • 26 Oct 2025
  • The Submarine Awards – RN FPS Award

    The Submarine Awards – RN FPS Award Mark Harris receives Submarine Award for his outstanding support to RN FPS. Mark Harris received the Submarine Award for his exceptional and continues support to Royal Navy Family & People Support (RN FPS) at the recent awards held in October 20...
    • 25 Oct 2025
  • New Defence Homes Colour Palette Launched

    New Defence Homes Colour Palette Launched The end of repainting back to magnolia has arrived! The Defence Infrastructure Organisation has officially launched the Defence Homes colour palette, providing families with more freedom to personalise their Service Family Accommodation. View the pal...
    • 23 Oct 2025
  • The Supporting Partners Programme 2025/26 Awards

    The Supporting Partners Programme 2025/26 Awards Almost £1 million awarded to projects that support Service partners’ – the Supporting Partners Programme 2025/26 awards almost £1 million to projects that empower Service partners&n...
    • 23 Oct 2025
  • Heart of Oak Memory Tree Unveiled

    Heart of Oak Memory Tree Unveiled A Lasting Tribute Takes Root. RNRMC has officially unveiled the Heart of Oak Memory Tree in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. It is a memorial which honours the lives, legacies, and enduring spirit of all those connected to the Royal Navy. Crafted...
    • 22 Oct 2025
  • 60 Second Update - Episode 211

    60 Second Update - Episode 211 India, Iceland and Lightweight Missiles
    • 22 Oct 2025
  • Feeling The Financial Pinch?

    Feeling The Financial Pinch? Don't head down the wrong road and knock on a loan sharks door. Listen to the experts and avoid a world of pain. Stop Loan Sharks are delivering Online briefs to keep you right. Click the date of choice to see how to be involved in the solution....
    • 22 Oct 2025
  • New Awards to Support for Serving Families Facing Separation Challenges

    New Awards to Support for Serving Families Facing Separation Challenges Military life can put a significant strain on the family unit, and service-related separation can play a key role. Maintaining a balanced home life through frequent periods apart is a challenge that many armed forces families face, and one which ca...
    • 21 Oct 2025
  • Is it Ever Too Early for This?

    Is it Ever Too Early for This? To ensure your Christmas letter and parcels reach their destination in good time, it's always a good idea to post as early as possible. Get ready for Christmas 2025!!! Through the link below, you’ll find helpful information to mak...
    • 21 Oct 2025
  • Honouring Our Heroes This Remembrance

    Honouring Our Heroes This Remembrance The Remembrance period is a time for us all to come together, reflect, and honour the bravery and sacrifices of those who have served in our Armed Forces, past and present. RBLI’s Lest We Forget product range is the perfect way to pay tribute. ...
    • 20 Oct 2025
  • Launch of Veterans Digital Card

    Launch of Veterans Digital Card Veterans can now apply for and download a secure digital version of the HM Armed Forces Veteran Card via the GOV.UK One Login app. By downloading the optional card on their smartphones, former Service Personnel can show their veteran status to access...
    • 20 Oct 2025
  • Little Troopers - Halloween, Half Term Fun and Beyond.

    Click here to see the latest edition.
    • 16 Oct 2025
  • Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust Team

    This month's bumper edition of the newsletter has a Covenant Fund theme. Read on for the latest awards across four Covenant Fund programmes and a reflection on the progress of our Transformational Grants projects.Plus: we shine a light ...
    • 16 Oct 2025
  • Latest Funding Helps Change The Narrative For Servicewomen

    Latest Funding Helps Change The Narrative For Servicewomen Latest funding helps change the narrative for servicewomen The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust has awarded eight projects a share of over £650,000 under its Service Women: Seen & Heard programme, focusing on the specific needs of...
    • 16 Oct 2025