Opinions Research Services (ORS) have been commissioned to conduct monthly surveys on behalf of DIO. The telephone surveys, which are answered by Service Personnel and their families, give DIO a better understanding of the views and experiences of p...

Included in this edition of Families First: - Meet Paul Carney OBE, Chief of Staff for Pinnacle Service Families - Guidance for booking move-ins and move-outs - Revised move-in and move-out specification - An update on communal...

New digital tool: Overseas allowance planning now easier Check out the Overseas Allowances Reckoner (OAR), to get a fast, personalised estimate of what you’ll receive – if you’re in the Armed Forces and preparing for a posting abroa...

Ticket sales will be open until Friday 27 June. There is limited ticket availability, available on a first come, first served basis. We are sorry but tickets cannot be reserved. See our listing on our Member and Activities Calendar HERE (You will ne...

Read the latest from Little Troopers. Topics include: Armed Forces Day Little Trooper of the Month Reconnection Weekends Future Events View the newsletter HERE

In this episode of 60 Second Royal Navy News update: Go East of Suez with HMS Dauntless and the UK Carrier Strike Group. View it HERE A selection of previous Episodes can be viewed at the same link as above.

Beginning today, Armed Forces Week reconnects the nation with those who serve. It showcases the best of military life - from the unrivalled opportunities of a military career, to the extraordinary individuals keeping us safe. Armed Forces Day t...

Military families were brought together this week when Little Troopers, the children’s military charity, hosted a New Forest family reconnection weekend. In January, the organisation revealed they were launching a series of four fully-funded fa...

Prolonged dry weather and water conservation Those living overseas will be well-accustomed to warmer weather, but for those living in the UK please note several areas across England and Wales have experienced the driest spring for over 60...

This July, Serve and Protect Credit Union are delivering a range of free educational webinars on the following financial topics: Thu 3rd - Eco-Friendly Ways to Save Money Thu 3rd - People Over Profit: The Cr...

Early Years childcare funding To reflect the offer available in England, all families assigned overseas with children aged 3 to 4 years old, and 2-year-old children in receipt of additional government support, are entitled to 15 hours of funded child...

Would you like the chance to come on board and work with Royal Navy Family & People Support (RN FPS) supporting Service Families? We currently have 4 Job Vacancies across the UK. Keep reading to find out more and how to apply! 40 Cdo Commun...

See what's coming up in Little Trooper world. View the June Newsletter HERE

Early Years childcare funding To reflect the offer available in England, all families assigned overseas with children aged 3 to 4 years old, and 2-year-old children in receipt of additional government support, are entitled to 15 hours of funded child...

The link on the News button has changed! You can now access our 'News and Updates' Topic Area through the 'News' button on the main blue navigation bar at the top of the screen. On some devices you may need to scroll right to ...

The seminar is called “Co parenting while divorced or separated? Tips and tools for success” and is running at 7.30 pm on Thursday 26th June – it is for Navy families.

In this week’s Royal Navy news update we go East of Suez with HMS Dauntless and the UK Carrier Strike Group. Here is your 60 Second Update

Following the huge success of Youth Crew, I am delighted to announce that the Royal Naval Sailing Association has just launched it's new project "Go Sailing" for the Partners of serving members of the RN, RM and RFA and was hoping that Go Sailin...

Fixed-Rate Savings Account - Now Available A quick update: a new issue of the fixed-rate savings account from Serve and Protect Credit Union is now available. This is part of the financial wellbeing benefits you have access to as an employee. ...

Don't miss the opportunity to support these incredible events. Armed Forces Day Rugby Event Date: 21st June 2025 Location: Kingston Park Stadium, Newcastle Details: UK Armed Forces Rugby vs North Select XV (Men’s &amp...

If you and your partner are assigned overseas, Defence wants to hear from you on what Service family life is like. Share anonymous feedback in the Overseas Families Survey . Tell Defence what information and support has helped you and your famil...

Leonardo are hosting a series of Insight Events around the UK. Events still available are in:Edinburgh Tuesday 17th June 2025 - 17.00 to 20.30 - Register Here Yeovil Wednesday 24th June 2025 - 17.00 to 20.30 - Register Here Visit Veteran Careers ...

Revised move-in and move-out specification We are pleased to update Service Personnel and families that the specification to which homes are prepared for move-in has now been revised. This follows changes to the specification that we had t...

Why Declaring Your Military Affiliation Matters – For You and the Forces Community Whether you’re serving in the Armed Forces or supporting a loved one who is, one simple action can make a big difference: declaring your military connectio...

Anyone for Lego? Then come and join Sarah and Clare for some great Summer fun Lego builds. The parties will be 1½ hours each with the first party starting at 10:30am. The parties are inclusive, so if your child(ren) have any Neurodiverse/SEN n...