Family support helps soldiers to do their job, but who is supporting the family? Jill Misson finds out…
“Military life has much to offer families, but we need to prepare them to cope with mobility, deploymen...
Finding suitable childcare is tricky for many parents but the unique nature of military life can make it more challenging for army families. Jill Misson reports…
Frequent moves and uncertainty around future ...
An overseas posting can be an exciting experience but if you accompany your soldier, will you be able to maintain your career or find a job? Jill Misson reports…
Host nation agreements set out the terms unde...
What support is available to those separated by deployment and training? And how can those at home, help themselves? Jill Misson reports…
With the focus on readiness, many personnel are away training and for...
Chris Graham was a regular for over 20 years and has been a reservist since 2019, so separation is something he’s used to. But his latest deployment to Kenya was his first spell away from his new partner, Cha...
Army life may not always go to plan, but with the right support it’s possible to get back on track. Jill Misson reports…
Army families learn to manage their expectations. Events are pencilled in with cautiou...
Household budgets have been hit hard by the rising cost of living and some army families are struggling to make ends meet. Jill Misson reports…
The price of food and fuel has shot up recently, which is causi...
Society has changed and it’s no surprise that army families have too. So are MOD policies keeping pace with how we want to live and work today? Jill Misson reports…
In 2019 the MOD commissioned an independen...
Army life can be lonely at times, so what support is there for spouses feeling socially isolated? Jill Misson reports…
Emma Moore and family
Summing up the highs and lows of life as an army spouse, Emma Mo...
When your partner or spouse is serving it can feel as if your own job aspirations have to take a back seat. But supporting your soldier’s career shouldn’t mean you have to wave goodbye to your own, Jill Misso...