Service life captured in photo competition

FORCES Mutual has announced the winners of its Genuine Moments photography competition for the Armed Forces community. AFF is delighted to see that one of the winners was Tilly Lambert-Lee, our Paderborn Co-...

Sign up for SSAFA’s Short Breaks

SSAFA, the Armed Forces Charity, is taking bookings for a pair of exciting, free short breaks designed to offer new experiences and activities for children, young people and families from the Army community. ...

How can I make the school run easier?

Author Tanith Carey on how to get manic mornings under control... Get yourself dressed before the kids. If you tell them off for being in their pyjamas when you’re wrapped in a towel, the situation could ...

How can I promote my fundraising efforts?

You’ve chosen the Service charity you wish to support – now you need to spread the word. Setting up an online fundraising page can be key to your success. Lottie Hammond, charity and customer support lead at on...

How can I give my quarter a makeover?

Giving your home a new look is not the easiest of challenges when you're on a tight budget, but Army spouse and blogger Mel Prescott-Davies has a few ideas to help you freshen things up… Upcycle Check out...

Boost your career at Tidworth job fair

ARE you or your soldier in the market for new employment opportunities? If so, head down to the Armed Forces Job Fair in Tidworth next month. Taking place at Tidworth Garrison Theatre from 10am-3pm on Wednes...

Don’t forget the doctor

Moving is often a juggling act and with so much to think about, some things don’t always make it to the top of the list, such as finding a new GP. A number of Army families have found it difficult to register w...

National Army Museum marches towards opening

EXCITING news – London's National Army Museum is set to re-open to the public on 30 March this year following a radical transformation. The Chelsea site has been reconfigured with architects BDP to create a...

Covenant case study

Organisation: Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council Case study: Laura (pictured below) Summary Being a military spouse can make finding and keeping employment difficult. The hours you’re available t...

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SERVICE children’s charity Little Troopers is asking everyone to start making plans for Fundraise February. The charity has chosen Valentine's month to encourage everyone to do something fun and raise money...