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Article A person stands on grass, dressed in a black shirt, tie, and cargo shorts. With prosthetic legs adorned in striped socks and black shoes, they embody resilience akin to an Army veteran. Trees and benches provide a serene backdrop.

Understanding The Physical Injury Transition Pathway

Forces in Mind Trust has funded a two-year research project to understand how ex-Service personnel with service-related physical injuries transition…

21st March 2019
Article A person hands a paper bag to a homeless veteran sitting on the ground against a wall, partially in shadow.

Funding Boost For Homeless Veterans

The UK government has announced £1 million in additional funding to support homeless and at-risk veterans. The money will help…

21st March 2019
Article Two people shaking hands, one wearing a blue shirt and the other in white, against a blurred green background, marking the veteran's transition to Civvy Street.

OA Helps Over 5,400 Officers

The Officers' Association supported over 5,400 serving and former military officers with career transitions, providing 1,125 consultations, CV reviews, and…

21st March 2019
Article Three elderly men in suits, with medals on their lapels, likely veterans from the Royal Navy, are walking on a bridge. Two use canes. Trees and a building are visible in the background.

Long-Serving Veterans Live Longer

Long-serving military veterans have an 18% lower risk of early death compared to non-veterans, according to a University of Glasgow…

20th March 2019
Article The flag of the Commonwealth showcases a yellow globe with radiating lines on a blue background, symbolizing unity amidst diversity. This emblem stands resilient despite discussions on unfair visa costs or legion calls for change within the organization.

Legion Calls For End To ‘Unfair’ Visa Costs

The Royal British Legion is demanding the government reduce visa costs for Commonwealth ex-service personnel, whose fees have surged 127%…

20th March 2019
Article Participants in military uniforms run on grass during an outdoor PARAS'10 race event, with spectators lined along the route.

PARAS’10 2019 – Colchester & Catterick

PARAS'10 returns to Colchester (May 18) and Catterick (September 7) in 2019. This 10-mile military challenge offers runners a choice…

20th March 2019
Article A small military-style inflatable boat with two people, equipped with a mounted machine gun, speeds across choppy ocean waters, as if racing to impress the Royal Navy Warship nearby.

Royal Navy Warship Sails Into The Record Books

HMS Dragon, a Royal Navy Type 45 destroyer, has set records with her seventh drugs bust in the Middle East…

19th March 2019
Article Scrabble tiles spelling "RESEARCH" are artistically arranged on a wooden rack, with scattered tiles on the surface hinting at an intense study in progress.

Mesothelioma – An Armed Forces Study

Mesothelioma UK and the University of Sheffield are seeking British Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and family carers for a research…

19th March 2019
Article A puzzle forming the silhouette of a human head, reminiscent of a veteran transitioning to Civvy Street, with several pieces floating away against a dark background.

Duke Returns To Veterans’ Mental Health Conference

King's College London hosted its fifth Veterans' Mental Health Conference, bringing together leading academics, charities and policymakers to discuss military…

18th March 2019
Article A woman in a black dress stands in front of closed double doors, while a man in a suit poses against a white background, both smiling at the camera. Their confident presence adds charm, capturing the essence of the 2019 Soldiering On Awards.

Carol Vorderman To Host 2019 Soldiering On Awards

Carol Vorderman MBE and former Royal Marine JJ Chalmers will host the 2019 Soldiering On Awards ceremony on 5th April.…

18th March 2019
Article Two men in suits, including Williamson, shake hands outside a building, with guards in ceremonial uniforms standing in formation behind them. This marks a significant step in the Defence Prosperity Programme.

Williamson Sets Out Defence Prosperity Programme

Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson announced a new prosperity programme to boost the UK defence sector's economic growth, including £500,000 in…

16th March 2019
Article At Expo Glasgow, people at a networking event stand near information tables, engaged in conversation about Veterans Resettlement opportunities.

The Armed Forces & Veterans Resettlement Expo Glasgow – A Review

The Pathfinder International Armed Forces & Veterans Resettlement Expo returned to Glasgow on March 14 at Hampden Park, attracting service…

15th March 2019