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This area will provide News items and Updates of interest to the whole Royal Navy Family Community.

  • Get Safe Online! Mobile Phones and Tablets.

    Get Safe Online! Mobile Phones and Tablets. For most of us, our mobile phones and tablets are the gateway to our online world. They make it easy for us to do anything we can do on a computer and much, much more, thanks to go-anywhere connectivity and our choice from thousands of apps. However,...
    • 8 Jun 2022
  • 60 Second Update - Episode 126 – The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

    It’s been a royally busy time… Here’s a Platinum Jubilee news special with HMS Albion to take you through the Royal Navy’s involvement in celebrations marking The Queen’s 70-year reign. Watch it here:&nbsp...
    • 7 Jun 2022
  • Navy News - June Edition Out Now

    Navy News - June Edition Out Now The June edition of Navy News is now on sale, featuring HMS Diamond working with NATO in the Eastern Med, HMS Montrose securing another drugs bust in the Gulf, HMS Tamar in the Pacific and the chance to win a copy of author Chris Terrill’s new ...
    • 1 Jun 2022
  • Royal Navy Forum Notice of Works

    Planned work to the Royal Navy Forum is scheduled to take place on Tuesday 31st May. The Forum will be offline to all members during this period of time.We apologise for any inconvenience. RN FPS Duty Moderator
    • 30 May 2022
  • 60 Second Update - Episode 125 - Divers, Drugs Busts and Farewell

    Your latest news from across the Royal Navy. This week, we join the Diving and Threat Exploitation Group in Lithuania who have been working with NATO allies. We also have updates on HMS Montrose's operations in the Gulf and HMS Shoreham's...
    • 24 May 2022
  • Commando - BBC Series.

    Commando - BBC Series. Episode 3 of Commando premieres tonight at 8PM on BBC Two. Be sure not to miss this fantastic series. #Commando Missed the first 2 episodes? Check it out on iPlayer here: https://bbc.in/3FFr4hB
    • 22 May 2022
  • Drivers Training - Tow Trailers and Caravans Safely

    Drivers Training - Tow Trailers and Caravans Safely Off on your holidays soon? Drivers are urged to get training to tow trailers and caravans safely. From the 18 May 2022, drivers in England, Scotland and Wales can take newly-accredited training to learn and improve the skills they need to safely tow...
    • 22 May 2022
  • The RN FPS Newsletter for April 2022 is out!

    The RN FPS Newsletter for April 2022 is out! Find out what has been happening in our RN FPS local communities around the country during the Month of the Military Child. Warning: It may contain eggs! Open the PDF below to read the newsletter and go to resources to download your own...
    • 21 May 2022
  • The Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey (AFCAS) 2022 Main Report.

    The Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey (AFCAS) 2022 Main Report. Today sees the publication of this year’s Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey (AFCAS). Speaking on the release of the results, Director of People and Training, Rear Admiral Jude Terry said: "Thank you to all of you who took the ...
    • 20 May 2022
  • Royal Navy Sailors and Royal Marines Recognised in the Latest Operational Honours List.

    Royal Navy Sailors and Royal Marines Recognised in the Latest Operational Honours List. Congratulations to all the Royal Navy sailors and Royal Marines recognised in the latest operational honours list. Those who are given honours and awards were involved in the hazardous evacuation from Afghanistan, as 15,000 people were airlifted ...
    • 13 May 2022
  • 60 Second Update - Episode 124 – Duncan’s Return

    Roll up! Roll up! Get your Royal Navy 60 second update here! HMS Duncan hosts our slightly extended news update this week as the Type 45 destroyer returns to sea after an extensive refit. We also have a commissioning, a homecoming and a milestone f...
    • 11 May 2022
  • Annington Community Engagement & Charitable Giving Review 2021

    Annington Community Engagement & Charitable Giving Review 2021 The Annington Group have published their Community Engagement and Charitable Giving Review for 2021. Have a read to find out how their charitable giving has directly supported the service community. Download the full PDF below: ...
    • 10 May 2022
  • Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI) May Newsletter.

    Royal British Legion Industries (RBLI) May Newsletter. Catch up with the latest RBLI news and updates including their recent win at the 2022 Social Value Awards, the grand opening of a new Bambooserie at Great Comp Garden, the much-anticipated Big Fish event and more. See the PDF below to read the n...
    • 8 May 2022
  • Get Safe Online!

    Get Safe Online! Do you use Wi-Fi hotspots? Can you be sure they’re secure, and someone isn’t snooping on what you’re doing online? Get safe online: Web: www.getsafeonline.org/outandabout Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetSafe...
    • 5 May 2022
  • Navy News May Edition - Out Now

    Navy News May Edition - Out Now Featuring: Royal Marines in Guam HMS Spey & HMS Tamar in the Pacific A round-up of Exercise Cold Response and lots more... Subscribe now at: http://ow.ly/RZuq50HyJBg Back copies available to download here .
    • 1 May 2022
  • 60 Second Update - Episode 123 - The Arctic Aviators

    It has updates from 847 Naval Air Squadron who have returned to Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton after spending months in the Arctic. Their return came shortly after HMS Richmond and HMS Albion also arrived back home from Norway. ht...
    • 26 Apr 2022
  • 60 Second Update - Episode 122 - New Uniform and the Arctic Prince

    It’s Royal Navy news time. This week we’re with HMS Montrose in the Gulf as sailors begin to wear the new daily working uniform and we catch up with HMS Prince of Wales in the Arctic. https://youtu.be/NCc2MmZ5j8g You can also watch...
    • 12 Apr 2022
  • 60 Second Update - Episode 121 - Pacific Sisters and the Submarine

    Here’s your latest #RoyalNavy news shipmates… This week we’re with HMS Spey as she patrols the Pacific Ocean in rough seas. BZ to presenter ET Joshua Stannett for his efforts to bring you this week’s headlines in those co...
    • 5 Apr 2022
  • BFBS Commemorates 40 Years Since the Falklands Conflict.

    BFBS Commemorates 40 Years Since the Falklands Conflict. On 2nd April 1982​, the Falklands conflict began, and now, 40 years later BFBS will spend the next 74 days commemorating the event. Through a dedicated Falklands 40 hub page on its website Forces.net, BFBS will be sharing a m...
    • 1 Apr 2022
  • Navy News April Edition - Out Now

    Navy News April Edition - Out Now Featuring: Royal Marines and Royal Navy Warships on Exercise Cold Response in Norway HMS Spey in the Pacific HMS Protector in Antarctica HMS Trent on NATO exercise Dynamic Manta and lots more... Subscribe now at: ht...
    • 1 Apr 2022
  • Discover My Benefits

    Discover My Benefits Discover My Benefits is an easy-to-use tool for those working in Defence, their families and anyone interested in joining. You can use it to find out what support and benefits are available to you as a service person or civil servant. Discover ...
    • 30 Mar 2022
  • 60 Second News Round Up - Episode 120 - Sisters at Sea

    Find the latest news round up from the Royal Navy here. Back episodes are available in the same link location.
    • 22 Mar 2022
  • NFF Homeport - Spring 2022

    NFF Homeport - Spring 2022 The Spring 22 edition of our Homeport magazine is now live! Read the latest news and updates written specifically with you in mind here nff.org.uk/Homeport-magazine Plus, subscribe for free, so you can have future editions delivered straight...
    • 18 Mar 2022
  • BFPO Postal Charges Update

    BFPO Postal Charges Update From the 4 April, BFPO stamp prices, weight and size limits will change. The poster below provides the new prices coming into effect from April and the new size restrictions for mail items posted via a Post Office Counter. More BFPO Information
    • 16 Mar 2022
  • 60 Second RN News Round Up - Episode 119: ‘Albion and the Arctic’.

    Your latest headlines from the Royal Navy come from HMS Albion who is currently on operations in the Arctic. She is the spearhead of amphibious forces for NATO exercise Cold Response. We also have news on HMS Prince of Wales and Royal Navy Gibral...
    • 8 Mar 2022