FiMT calls for stronger employment support for Service leavers and families
Forces in Mind Trust has published a new policy brief calling for employment support for the Armed Forces community to…
Veterans’ Foundation marks 10 years of support for Armed Forces charities
The Veterans’ Foundation has awarded more than £37 million to organisations supporting veterans, serving personnel and their families over the…
Combat Stress receives £75,000 grant to support veterans in Northern Ireland
Combat Stress has received a £75,000 grant to continue specialist mental health support for veterans and their families in Northern…
Key questions when considering a franchise
When starting your franchise journey, it’s important to get to know your franchisor and their business. Here, we share some…
RAF veteran paralysed by stroke aims to walk final stretch of Worthing 10K
An RAF veteran who was left paralysed following a stroke has pledged to walk the final 100 metres of the…
How military experience translates into Civil Service roles – and where it does not
For many service leavers, the Civil Service feels like a natural next step. It is a large employer, closely connected…
Second round of VALOUR funding opens as government targets wider veterans support network
Veterans’ organisations, charities and councils across the UK are being encouraged to apply for funding to join VALOUR, the government’s…
New report examines how Armed Forces mental health needs could change over the next 20 years
A new report by RAND Europe, produced in partnership with Combat Stress and funded by Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT),…
UK Armed Forces salute 250 years of American independence
The UK Armed Forces will take part in celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of American independence this summer, with the…
How Paul Matson turned hardship into help for other veterans
Paul Matson did not set out to become a charity leader. When the Hull‑born former Royal Artillery soldier left the Army in the…
Civil Service employment scheme highlights veteran support on VE Day anniversary
A Civil Service employment programme supporting veterans and military families used last week’s 81st anniversary of VE Day to highlight…
Veterans’ Foundation marks 10 years with more than £37 million awarded in grants
The Veterans’ Foundation has marked its 10th anniversary after awarding more than £37 million to organisations supporting veterans, serving personnel…
