The Forces Pension Society is once again shining a spotlight on the importance of military pensions with its Armed Forces Pensions Awareness campaign, running from 8–12 September as part of Pension Awareness Week.
The Society believes that understanding the true value of a pension is key to financial stability — not just in retirement, but also when planning for life after service. For those still serving, it can be easy to overlook the impact of pension choices made today. For those transitioning out of the Armed Forces, a clear grasp of pension benefits can make a significant difference when starting a second career.
This year’s campaign is designed to reach across the whole military community — serving personnel, reservists, veterans, service leavers, and families. The programme includes online myth-busting content, FAQs, and practical advice, as well as two live presentations for the Ministry of Defence on 9 and 11 September.
The Forces Pension Society’s message is simple: by understanding your pension, you can make more informed decisions and build stronger foundations for the future.
This important campaign comes once a year with the National Pension Awareness Day on 15th September. so don’t miss this opportunity to get involved – make a note in your calendar, and follow the FPA on social media @ForcesPensions #AFPAW25 #ArmedForcesPensions
| Monday 8 September | Online/Social: A focus on Serving Personnel Roadshow: 3 presentations across Catterick Garrison. |
| Tuesday 9 September | Online/Social: A focus on Service Leavers Webinar: ‘Benefits of AFPS15’ hosted by MoD from 12:30 – 13:30. Missed it? You can view the recording here. 2 presentations at RAF Brize Norton |
| Wednesday 10 September | Online/Social: A focus on Reserves Roadshow: Career Transition Partnership Employment Fair Bournemouth |
| Thursday 11 September | Online/Social: A focus on Veterans Webinar: ‘AFPS15 Remedy. What to Consider on Receipt of your RSS‘ hosted by MoD. From 12:30 – 13:30 – Missed it? You can view the recording here. Briefing: MoD staff, MoD Main Building. Roadshow: Late Entry Officers Course at RMAS |
| Friday 12 September | Online/Social: More tips, myth-busting,and FAQ’s |
| Saturday 13 September | Online/Social: A focus on Families Families Day: Royal Marines Corps Families Day, Lympstone |
| 13-14 September | Over the weekend, there wil be some further comms on AFPS tips, FAQs, and Myths/Facts. Keep watching! |
