Kelly Wales has been a military spouse since 2009. She’s had seven house moves across five counties and several changes in career – from an account manager for an online property company to an assistant headtea...
Whether it’s education, upskilling, personal development or simply learning something new, training at any level is great for your employment prospects, career progression, wellbeing or just filling your time.
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Training is part of your soldier’s career from their very first day of service until their last. So is it time for you to take a leaf out of that book?
Whatever your age, learning new skills can serve as a maj...
It’s safe to say that the north of England’s military community is one that’s used to change, but this year and next will be a busy one for families moving in or out of the area as Op Faran – the name given to ...
Maintaining spousal employment is important to AFF, no matter where you’re posted. In Germany, AFF’s co-ordinator Lindsay McCran is delighted to report on some positive support employees have received during th...
Most of us are used to a flurry of cheerful posts on social media documenting first days, new uniforms and nervous smiles at the beginning of the new school year.
This time, however, is likely to feel very dif...
A wonderful poem by army veteran and poet, Clive Sanders
She looked at herself in the mirror,
As she carefully came down the stairs,
For her husband would soon be coming home,
The answer to all of her...
If your relationship has reached the end, it’s wise to think clearly about your future finances. Our money & allowances specialist, Claire Hallam, highlights some of the cash considerations…
You may be abl...
If you have been home educating your children, you’ll know how important it is to find free and engaging content online.
The army has recently introduced a fantastic new online learning platform called the Les...
Attenborough Nursery is the new setting in Sennelager camp for children up to three years old.
Although the nursery, like so many facilities, has recently had to shut its doors due to the government’s COVI...