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We've got your back, whenever you need us

Our Armed Forces protect our values, freedoms and way of life, and we've got their back whenever they need us.

From peacekeeping to responding to natural disasters and civilian emergencies, they work tirelessly for the benefit of everyone in society.

Serving in the Armed Forces can take its toll, and the RBL is here to support everyone in the Armed Forces community, from serving personnel and veterans to families and the bereaved.

Our support starts after one day of service and continues through life.

From recovery services and financial support, to expert advice on money, debt, housing, employment and War Pensions, we are here to help whatever the need.

Support for Life

Through expert advice and practical support, we can help with many of life’s problems, no matter how many years have passed since finishing service.

If you are a veteran or member of the Armed Forces community in need of support, you can call us on 0800 802 8080. Our helpline is open from 8am - 8pm every day.

Armed Forces Week Stories

Supporting serving personnel and their families through life

We’re here to provide expert advice and practical support for the Armed Forces community - whatever the need.

Adam, Mina and Donald are all currently serving in the Armed Forces and reached out to us for support in recent years.  

From financial advice to recovery support, explore how we stepped in to help when needed.

Read their stories and learn how RBL supports Serving personnel and their families.

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Who we help

Who we help

We’re here for members of the Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force, veterans and their families

If you are serving, or have served in the Armed Forces, then you, your dependents and carers are eligible for help and support from the Royal British Legion.

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AFD

Armed Forces Day – 27 June 2026

Special events are taking place across the UK from 22-28 June, with military displays, parades, and entertainment in more than 100 locations, including Aldershot (National Armed Forces celebration in 2026) and the National Memorial Arboretum.
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About RBL

The Royal British Legion is here to help members of the Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force, veterans and their families. And we’re not going anywhere.

We support serving and ex-serving personnel all yearround, every day of the week

Our support starts after one day of service and continues through life, long after service is over.

Captain Myles, British Army, Katie Myles & Son, Volunteer Collectors at London Poppy Day on 31 October 2024

Our Strategy to 2035

We have published a new 10-year strategy that sets out our ambition to meet the changing needs of the Armed Forces community. Our ambition is to bring society together to recognise, remember, and support the Armed Forces community.

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We get together

Wherever you are, whatever you like to do, there's a branch for you.
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We're here to help

We provide lifelong support to serving and ex-serving personnel and their families.
How can we help?

We campaign

We champion key issues, giving our Armed Forces community a voice.
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Our team is just a phone call away

Call us on 0808 802 8080. Lines are open from 8am-8pm every day.

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