New anti-bullying helpline to clamp down on poor behaviour in the Armed Forces
A new helpline providing support for Service personnel experiencing or witnessing bullying, harassment or discrimination has been set up by the MOD....
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Strengthening Families – By Your Side
‘Strengthening Families – By Your Side’, a new offer of support for all Royal Navy and Royal Marines families has launched. This programme aims to provide you with the right...
New Study: Teaching Careers for Spouses and Partners of British Armed Forces Personnel
Researchers at Bath Spa University are conducting a new study to understand what helps or hinders teaching careers for spouses and partners of British Armed Forces personnel. Click here to...
Assignments to the USA with children during Covid-19 – educational information
The following update from DCYP may assist people who are considering assignments to the USA with their children, and those who have clearance but have not yet traveled with their families: BDSUS...
‘Stick or Twist?’ – Independent Report On Retention In The Armed Forces
In 2019, the then Prime Minister commissioned Mark Francois MP and his research team to produce an independent report on improving Retention within the Armed Forces. The report is now...
£200-million announced for vital improvements to Armed Forces accommodation
The government has announced £200-million new government funding for the UK Armed Forces' housing and accommodation. Find out more about this here....
McCloud: Pension Consultation
The Government has announced a public consultation seeking views on how to remove the discrimination caused by the transitional rules which meant older Service Personnel (SP) remained in their legacy...
Free ‘Wraparound’ Childcare for the Armed Forces
An announcement has been made of a new offer of free 'wraparound' childcare for the Armed Forces, to be piloted from September. Read to find out more....
‘Living in our Shoes’ – Independent Report on Service Families
You may recall that there was a call for evidence last year (2019) for an independent report to see what more support can be offered to Service families. The report...
Success Stories – Employment & Training Opportunities for Spouses/Partners
Whether you are currently based in the UK or returning from an overseas assignment, Forces Families Jobs (FFJ) is the go-to place for employment and training opportunities. Take a look...