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The Armed Forces Covenant
The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation ensuring that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly.
What is the Armed Forces Covenant?
It is a promise by the government that acknowledges and understands that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, should be treated...
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Reunions Organiser Updated
We're pleased to announce we have made some major changes to the way the Forces Reunited Reunions Area works on the site.
It's now much easier to create a reunion and contact all the members whom you m...
Stronger legal protection for veterans and troops
The Overseas Operations Bill is to be debated in Parliament to give stronger legal protection to veterans and service personnel in the Armed Forces
Stronger legal protections for service personnel and veteransfacing the threat of repeated investigations and potential prosecution will be one step closer as the Overseas Operations Bill is debated in...
Veterans Supporting Ukrainian Refugees
Facebook Group
A Facebook group has been set up by a group of British Armed Forces veterans, to try and help do their bit for the Ukrainian Refugees.
Their status reads:
A group for HM Armed Forces Veterans to co-ordi...
Staying connected is now more important than ever
We wanted to remind you that you can reach out to over 1 million members, Forces Veterans, friends and loved ones on Forces Reunited
‘Staying connected is now more important than ever’
We wanted to reach out to say ‘hello’ and hope that you are doing okay during this tough time of self-isolating and social distancing.
As COVID-19 con...
Veterans mental health support
Armed Force veterans Minister Johnny Mercer is urging ex-service personnel to access the wide range of mental health support now on offer from the NHS and armed forces charities
Over the last few years, government and the NHS has put in a range of support for veterans to ensure they can access the care they deserve.
In England this includes:
• The Veterans’ Mental Health Tran...
Is Soldiering an Unappealing Job?
According to a new YouGov report yes, it is. Soldiering was ranked low in the poll which asked 17000 men and women the following; “Generally speaking, please say whether you would or would not like to do each of the following for a living.”
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According to a new YouGov report yes, it is. Sold...
Forces Reunited donates funds to: ABF – The Soldiers Charity, RAF Benevolent Fund & Royal Naval Benevolent Trust.
Forces Reunited has donated to a number of charitable organisations over the years that support UK Armed Forces Veterans. The generous donations were amassed from contributions made by YOU, the great British public, via the Forces Reunited website.
Forces Reunited has donated to a number of charitable organisations over the years that support UK Armed Forces Veterans, from Veterans With Dogs, Flying For Freedom, Surf Action to Combat Stress.
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The world's first military 'Veteran's Village' looks set to come to East Yorkshire
Ambitious plans have been revealed for an £8m "Veteran's Village" for former servicemen and women in East Yorkshire.
Ambitious plans have been revealed for an £8m "Veteran's Village" for former servicemen and women in East Yorkshire.
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If given the go-ahead, the project would see 58 modular-bui...
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Navy pals reunite after more than 25 years
Navy pals reunite on Forces Reunited 25 years after serving together during the Falklands conflict, have been raising money for charity through running and cycling events.
Navy pals reunite on Forces Reunited 25 years after serving together during the Falklands conflict, have been raising money for charity through running and cycling events. Falklands veterans Chris War...
Will your Military Base be closed down?
Over the coming years the Ministry of Defence (MOD) plans to overhaul its property portfolio which will see a number of Military bases closed down. Read the full list on Forces Reunited
Over the coming years the Ministry of Defence (MOD) plans to overhaul its property portfolio which will see a number of bases closed down.
In 2016 the Defence Estate Optimisation (DEO) mobilised an amb...
Royal Air Force veteran awarded the Legion D'Honneur
A 98-year-old RAF veteran has been awarded the Legion D’Honneur for his involvement in the liberation of France during World War Two
98-year old, RAF, D-Day veteran Stanley Booker, from Bracknell in Berkshire has been awarded the Legion D’Honneur for his involvement in the liberation of France during the Second World War.
Former squad...
Should Britain bring back compulsory military service? You Have Your Say.
The question asks: "Would you support or oppose bringing back compulsory military service for young people, who would serve for a month with the armed forces?"
A national YouGov survey has revealed that 18 to 24-year-olds are strongly opposed to the idea of bringing back national service.
The question asks: "Would you support or oppose bringing back compulsor...
First Veterans Railcard Presented To Captain Sir Tom Moore
Military veterans of every generation will soon benefit from cut-price rail travel, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced on the 14th October 2020
Military veterans of every generation will soon benefit from cut-price rail travel, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps announced on the 14th October 2020, as he presented Captain Sir Tom Moore with the ...
VJ Day 75 – Royal Family to lead tributes
The 15th August 2020 will see the 75th anniversary of Victory over Japan and the end of the Second World War. The Royal Family will lead a national Two Minute Silence of remembrance and thanksgiving for all those who served in the Far East
• His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh will feature in poignant montage of veterans shared on social media and on large screens
• A powerful re-telling of the story of Victory Over Japan will b...
Veterans to have improved access to social housing
New measures to ensure access to social housing is improved for members of the Armed Forces, veterans and their families have been announced this Armed Forces Day 2020
• Housing Minister announces improved access to social housing for members of the Armed Forces and veterans suffering from mental ill health
• Other new measures will ensure former spouses or civil...
Support Armed Forces Day 2020 from your Home.
Did you know that Saturday, June 27th 2020, is 'Armed Forces Day'? The special day aims to raise public awareness of the contribution made to our country by those brave men and women who serve in the UK forces.
Support Armed Forces Day 2020 from your Home.
Did you know that Saturday, June 27th 2020, is 'Armed Forces Day'? The special day aims to raise public awareness of the contribution made to our country b...
New study to understand effect of COVID-19 on veterans
Veterans minister Johnny Mercer has announced a new study to understand the effect of coronavirus on former service personnel
The work is sponsored by the Office for Veterans’ Affairs (OVA) and will be undertaken by the world leading King’s Centre for Military Health Research (KCMHR), King’s College London.
The study will look ...
Iraq War – UK troops unlikely to face criminal trials
British soldiers who have been accused of committing war crimes in Iraq are unlikely to face criminal prosecution.
British soldiers who have been accused of committing war crimes in Iraq are unlikely to face criminal prosecution.
Independent investigators were asked to look at thousands of allegations made against ...
10 ways to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe in lock down
10 ways to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe in lock down
The 75th anniversary of VE Daywas to be commemorated on the 8th May with events across the UK, though due to recent Government guidelines regarding social distancing, an increasing number of events and...