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Oven Cleaning: A Viable Resettlement Business Opportunity
The resettlement phase can be daunting for those leaving the Armed Forces and wondering what to do next. OvenKing’s Training dept. called The King Academy, offers oven cleaning training courses for ex Armed Forces personnel. This job requires zero previous experience,...
Type 45 Ballistic Missile Defence Upgrade To Support More Than 100 UK Jobs
The UK will become the first European nation to operate a Maritime Ballistic Missile Defence capability that can detect and destroy Anti-Ship Ballistic Missiles. Type 45 Destroyers to receive significant upgrade as the UK to become the first European nation to operate...
Joint Expeditionary Force Deploys To The Baltics
A major UK military headquarters has deployed to the Baltic region in support of the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF). The Standing Joint Force Headquarters (SJFHQ) is usually based in Northwood, London and is now operating across a further two temporary locations in...
Two Irish WW1 Soldiers’ Graves Rededicated In Belgium
The graves of Capt Hugh Travers, DSO, and Sjt Frederick Cardy rededicated in Ypres. The graves of Captain (Capt) Hugh Mortimer Travers DSO and Serjeant (Sjt) Frederick Cardy, who were killed on the Western Front whilst serving with Irish regiments, have been...
Duke Of Cambridge Unveils Stunning New Monument In Tribute To Submariners
The Duke of Cambridge today unveiled the imposing new Submariners Memorial at the National Arboretum in Staffordshire – a focal point for all who serve/have served with the waves above them to contemplate separation and sacrifice which has characterised the Royal...
£30 Million Dry Dock Contract Supports 300 Scottish Jobs
£30 million contract for dry-dock maintenance for the Queen Elizabeth Class (QEC) aircraft carriers has been awarded to Babcock International Group, in Scotland. £30 million to provide dry dock maintenance for Queen Elizabeth Class carriers 300 jobs supported...
Launchpad Expands Operations Into County Durham After Saving Veterans Facility
National veterans’ charity Launchpad has purchased a veterans’ house in County Durham to expand its property portfolio to three houses, providing vital accommodation and support for up to 100 veterans in the North of England. The charity has purchased Hollyacre Centre...
Operational Honours And Awards List May 2022
The latest Operational Honours and Awards List has been announced recognising the bravery, commitment, and commendable service of Armed Forces personnel. The recipients have all shown outstanding courage and dedication while on operations. The full list is below:...
Veteran Care Village Shortlisted For Top Award
A £12.5m scheme to create the UK’s first Veteran Care Village has been shortlisted for a top accolade. Broughton House in Salford is in the running for the Community Benefit honour in the north west category of the 2022 RICS Awards. RICS – the Royal Institution of...
FDM Group Reveals the 5 Best Tech Jobs for Ex-Forces
Whether a former Intelligence Officer or Engineer, ex-members of the forces make fantastic job candidates in the tech industry. With their problem-solving skills, as well as their focus on decision making and ability to take initiative, there are a large number of...
