How we live
Earlier this year, AFF’s Big Survey received a record number of responses when we asked how you want to live as an Army family. The results will help inform the MOD as it plans how Service families will be hous...
Cracking the permit puzzle
AFF Foreign & Commonwealth Specialist Katherine Houlston explains biometric residence permits (BRPs)
What is a biometric residence permit?
A biometric residence permit (BRP) is a document providing co...
Learning you can take with you
WE KNOW our children best. We are there for them in every posting and are the constant in their lives.
Learning opportunities that link one posting to another are hugely welcomed, and the Children’s University...
Triple tears of pride
PARENTS Traci and Mark Duffy shed tears of pride as they watched their triplets – Lauren, Mirran and Connor – realise their lifelong ambition to serve in the British Army.
The trio, who were born nine weeks pr...
Cold season’s hot topic
After many Service families experienced issues with boiler repairs last winter, here is a rundown of what you can expect from CarillionAmey (CA) should your heating break down…
Call the CA helpdesk o...
The summer of ’17
THE Trust's 19-day summer course is geared to personal development, focusing particularly on the transition into adulthood.
In an ever-more competitive world, the award seeks to help young people stand out amo...
Friends of the Forces
Kate Viggers delves into the practical help available to military families from a variety of Service charities…
MILITARY families are resilient and most of you cope happily throughout your soldier’s career...
Army&You Winter 2016 available now
THE latest issue of Army&You is published today – and you can read it for free thanks to our interactive digital edition.
Click here to access the magazine.
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A postcard from… Milan
What life is like in Italy for Army family Liz, serving husband Adam, Imogen (8), Lucas (6), dog Gemma and Adam's two older children who visit during school holidays...
How long have you been an Army famil...
Teen travellers
An overseas posting can offer a whole host of new experiences. However, such a significant change in lifestyle can have a considerable effect on young people in Army families. AFF UK & Overseas Director Jul...