📢 Autumn Army&You is OUT NOW & we’ve got some fabulous giveaways including tickets to the Festive Good Food Show at the NEC. We focus on the impact military life has on our children &how going married unaccompanied worked for one family. Read more at armyandyou.co.uk/

In 2022 Amy Flanagan and her husband had a last-minute opportunity; a posting to Sennelager. In this article Amy talks about the good and bad of moving overseas, challenges with changing careers, transitioning back to the UK and self- employment. armyandyou.co.uk/taking-a-jo…

Army Central Fund is funding a scheme that helps Army spouses into rural careers. This allows them to try different sectors and receive advice on suitable courses. Run by HighGround, the programme is a direct response to the Continuous Attitude Survey. armyandyou.co.uk/cultivating…

After months of campaigning and advocacy work we are pleased to share that all serving personnel are now able to create a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account and access an eVisa. Read more: armyandyou.co.uk/evisas-for-…

The Victim Witness Care Unit (VWCU) is receiving more than £500,000 to invest in the support of around 100 additional cases a year. Specialist teams are planned to prevent anti-social behaviour and sexual violence in the Armed Forces. armyandyou.co.uk/victim-supp…

From 13 April to 8 June 2027, Bath Spa University is hosting a free eight-week course in Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship for military spouses. If you are based near Corsham, Wiltshire and would like to learn about marketing armyhiveinfo.blogspot.com/20…

Distraction can be the biggest enemy to productivity and sometimes you just need to lock in somewhere outside of home. 💻 🏠 The military coworking network provides local working space for the military community. armyandyou.co.uk/find-your-p…

If you're in an established long-term relationship the range of military allowances available to you may have changed. The changes are designed to bring people in long term relationships in line with colleagues who are married or in civil partnerships. 👥 armyandyou.co.uk/military-al…

It can be difficult to find information on your circumstances when approaching childcare. But in this article we cover frequently asked questions on different aspects of education and childcare support, such as Service Pupil Premium & the MOD’s WAC offer. armyandyou.co.uk/gen-up-on-e…

HomeHub is the new way to manage SFA repairs. It provides users with a simple way to track repairs, manage appointments and access information. It's available to families across the UK living in SFA maintained by DIO’s maintenance providers armyandyou.co.uk/a-new-way-t…

A new advisory team has been set up to offer guidance on Continuity of Education Allowance rates. The team is part of the Pay and Allowance Casework and Complaints Cell and will assist with complex cases. armyandyou.co.uk/new-cea-tea…

If you read for just six minutes a day, recent research suggests you could reduce your stress levels by up to 68%. It fuels creativity, lowers your breathing rate and increases your empathy and compassion. @ReadingForce armyandyou.co.uk/national-ye…

Moving to the UK can be a challenging transition for military spouses and partners. There are many obstacles across different aspects of life, from new employment systems and unrecognised qualifications, so getting settled can become stressful. armyandyou.co.uk/connection-…

Last winter SSCE Cymru hosted five Armed Forces festivals in military bases across Wales. The 348 service children alongside 35 of their peers took part in workshops and activities that made the children feel included and valued. armyandyou.co.uk/festivals-f…

Earlier this year, AFF attended the Army v Navy game at Twickenham and the Army v RAF game in Gloucester. It was wonderful to see so many families and organisations at the event, as well as charities available to support the military community. armyandyou.co.uk/upping-our-…

Victoria Cook’s partner has served for the last 25 years and like many military spouses, she struggled balancing a career whilst caring for her children. 11 years later Victoria became a childminder and has looked after more than 100 military children. armyandyou.co.uk/forging-a-n…

Polly Miller-Perkins became the first Armed Forces Commissioner in April. The former Air Commodore, whose 30-year career included deployments to Kosovo & Afghanistan is a military spouse. She is expected to be in post until a permanent appointment is made. armyandyou.co.uk/first-armed…

Three videos have been created to help Armed Forces personnel preparing for overseas postings. They're part of a Valuing Forces Families Overseas project by AFF, @The_NFF @RAF_FF they cover different areas like education, removals, cars and pets. 📍 armyandyou.co.uk/new-videos-…

#ArmyOverseas #OverseasFamily Going on overseas postings can be a stressful experience filled with uncertainty - this is especially true for blended families who are handling the complexities of family dynamics with children from different relationships. armyandyou.co.uk/blended-fam…

Robynne is a military daughter and swore she would never marry into the military, until she met her partner. Eight years and one child later, Robynne is navigating the pressures that come with being a military spouse. armyandyou.co.uk/meeting-mil…