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Our team base all our work on the latest evidence and views from the Armed Forces community, our members, leading researchers and experts.
At 18, Kenneth Lown joined the Fleet Air Arm of The Royal Navy and trained as an Observer.
As a carer it can be hard to find the time to look after yourself. We're here to support you, and those you’re caring for, to get the help you need.
If you are considering starting your own business or becoming self-employed, read our guidance to learn where to start and what you will need to do.
To mark Commonwealth Day and International Women’s Day, we're celebrating how their roles have changed over the last 100 years.
Our NHS registration guide provides guidance for veterans on accessing civilian healthcare services, including GP and dental registration. Read more here.
Learn about the Pre-2000 ban on homosexuality in the UK Armed Forces and explore resources, guidance, and support for LGBTQ+ service members and veterans.
Check our benefits, loans and grants guide, and find out what financial assistance is available for you, including pensions, war-related compensation, and funding options.
Our guide provides advice on managing finances after divorce or separation, tailored for service personnel and veterans. Learn more here.
In 1941 Des Lush joined the RAF with hopes of becoming a pilot. Three years later he flew his first operation as a Bomb Aimer.
We're here to help our Armed Forces community. Our support starts after one day of service and continues through life, long after service is over.
Our work with Cadbury to commemorate the centenary of the First World War won an award for Best Fundraising Campaign.
2020 marks 70 years since the start of the Korean war, a war that has never formally ended and many believe has been forgotten.
Winifred Blackwell shares her memories of being a Barrage Balloon Operator during the Second World War.
We are here to help in any way we can and have provided some guidance to help you deal with the practical impact of losing someone.
Get support with your return to work, regardless of the reason for your gap in employment. Our guidance includes specialist information for the Armed Forces community.