What are your experiences of wearing Hijab in the service? – have you always worn it or was there a transition during your time serving? When I started basic training, I was not wearing a hijab. I was born and raised a practising Muslim, but going...
A new pilot launched today will give Service personnel in registered Long Term Established Relationships (LTR(E)s) greater access to subsidised accommodation abroad. This is another positive step in modernising Defence accommodation policy abroad and our commitment to improve the offer to Service personnel. The way people...
All of us will experience challenges at some point in our lives that affect our emotional, social and psychological wellbeing. Help is available....
January 2024 Update As you may be aware, on 4th December, the UK Government announced that there will be an increase in the amount of money a ‘sponsor’ has to earn to bring their families to join them in the UK. The current Minimum Income Requirement...
The Royal Navy and Royal Marines are always proud to support the interests of their serving personnel. We were delighted to hear of a wonderful example of this when we came across serving Royal Marine, Tom Cornner. A talented and dedicated marine, but also a...
Find out about the domestic abuse support available for Service families. Armed forces families play a crucial role in Defence and should feel safe and supported. When it comes to domestic abuse, there are many support services available to them – both within Defence and at...
Over the years, our work has progressed to support families throughout their military life and on into life outside the forces....
Over the years, our work has progressed to support families throughout their military life and on into life outside the forces....
The Government has announced that visa fees will be increasing from 4 October 2023. ...
When life is busy, it’s easy to forget the importance of looking after yourself. Your mental wellbeing is key for both you and your family. As a serving member of the military, or a military family supporting a serving loved one, life can often seem...