The annual allowance explained
The Annual Allowance (AA) limits the amount of pension savings in any one tax year that can attract tax privileges – it’s currently £40,000. This does affect some retiring officers and it’s a complicated busi...
Our Army Family: Meet the Chapman-Duponts
The Chapman-Dupont family – Camille and Will (serving) – originally tried long-distance love but have now bought their first home together…
We met during my year abroad in the UK and weathered long-distance ...
Finding a focus: a young cadet’s journey through grief
The transition to a young adult is not always an easy pathway. As a service child who lost his mother to cancer at the age of 12, James Budding has had to cope with more than most. Here, his dad Jason, who se...
Postcard: A snapshot of army life in Ottawa
Jim (serving), Clare, Theo (10) and Alice (6), who arrived on their posting with elderly dog Macy and will be leaving with new puppy Maple
How long have you been an army family?
Since 2007.
Time in Ottawa?...
Maternity matters for the military
If you’re not eligible for Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) as you have recently moved or changed job, you may be able to claim Maternity Allowance (MA) instead.
You could claim if you’re employed but cannot ge...
Settling overseas as an army family
Leaving the army is a unique experience for everyone – what to do and when to do it will vary depending on your family’s needs. The more proactive you are about seeking information and support, and the earlie...
A little help with your childcare costs
For families with children we know that your priority is their happiness and welfare. Childcare is a large financial consideration for all and a question we often hear at AFF is: “What childcare funding optio...
Military young carers urged to get support
Young carers from military families have launched a campaign in Fife schools to raise awareness and encourage greater numbers of young people with caring responsibilities to get support.
A group of young c...
Service children in the Catterick community get clued up on Nepalese culture
Children in Catterick are enjoying a taste of Nepalese culture and language with regular meet-ups in the garrison.
Neil Brimer, Community Development Worker (CDW), and Radha Gurung, Gurkha Support Worker (GS...
Families make memories on short break
A group of service families took to the great outdoors during the first short break of the year organised by SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.
Calvert Trust in the Lake District was the destination for 22 ser...