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Article A group of people, including veterans adjusting to civvy street, gather around a table, serving themselves food at a buffet-style event. A decorated Christmas tree stands joyfully in the background.

Almost a fifth of employees have had a severe warning due to their Christmas party behaviour

Research from a London corporate events company reveals that 19% of employees have received severe warnings for Christmas party misconduct,…

6th December 2017
Article An elderly man and woman sit at a rustic outdoor table, smiling at each other in a garden setting, reminiscing about their resettlement journey from veteran life to Civvy Street. A stone building is visible in the background.

Wiltshire based Veteran leads new campaign to highlight work of Service leavers’ charity

Bryony Fuller, one of the first female officers to graduate from RAF College Cranwell, is leading a campaign for the…

5th December 2017
Article Silhouettes of three business people, including a veteran transitioning to Civvy Street, stand on elevated blue steps against a backdrop of a world map and upward arrows.

90% of businesses missing out on tax exempt bonuses that boost staff productivity and morale

Most UK businesses want to reward staff but miss out on tax-exempt trivial benefits that could boost morale and productivity.…

5th December 2017
Article Logo of the Officers' Association, featuring large letters "OA" and the tagline "Life Beyond the Services," symbolizing the transition to Civvy Street with horizontal colored lines.

Watch the OA Employment Symposium livestream

The Officers' Association Employment Symposium takes place December 12th in London, covering transition planning, LinkedIn, project management, and self-employment. Though…

4th December 2017
Article Four veterans carrying gear walk on an airstrip in front of a military aircraft, symbolizing their resettlement journey from service life to Civvy Street.

Destined to be deployed!

Veteran Keith Blake shares his experience volunteering with Team Rubicon UK, a disaster response charity, deploying to the Virgin Islands…

4th December 2017
Article A caricature of a man in a military beret reads "The Words of the Wise Old Paratrooper" by Robin Horsfall, surrounded by books and military items, reflecting on his journey from Veteran to Civvy Street.

The Words of The Wise Old Paratrooper – A review

Robin Horsfall, a former Parachute Regiment and SAS soldier, shares wisdom and stories from his military career in "The Words…

3rd December 2017
Article A group of office workers in suits and Santa hats, celebrating like a fleet of the Royal Navy amidst confetti in their festively decorated office.

The funniest reasons for calling in sick after the Christmas party revealed

A survey of 1,000 UK workers reveals the funniest excuses for calling in sick after Christmas parties, with 60% blaming…

2nd December 2017
Article Three men stand in front of a green background. The man on the left, a veteran, and the man in the center are shaking hands. The man on the right is smiling, looking at the camera, symbolizing new beginnings in Civvy Street.

First Secretary of State meets military veterans on the road to positive change

First Secretary of State Damian Green met with military veterans participating in Venture Trust's Positive Futures programme in Edinburgh, learning…

1st December 2017
Article Modern office break room with people sitting and standing, featuring tables, chairs, and a counter. Large windows provide natural light, creating a welcoming atmosphere for veterans transitioning to Civvy Street as they settle into their new workplace environment.

New trend for employees taking regular, short breaks from work boosts performance

Research shows nearly half of British workers take regular short breaks throughout the day, with 36% reporting improved productivity and…

30th November 2017
Article A group of veterans poses with a red flag labeled "Britain's Bravest" in a mountainous, snowy landscape, celebrating their successful resettlement from Civvy Street to the wild.

Wounded veteran battles altitude sickness to reach Everest Base Camp in aid of RBLI

Former Gurkha Anil Gurung, who lost his right leg in Afghanistan, reached Mount Everest Base Camp at 17,600 feet despite…

29th November 2017
Article Illustration of military personnel with a BFPO Christmas update banner, emphasizing December 4 as the posting date. Includes details on package size and weight limits, reminding veterans and those transitioning to Civvy Street of timely preparations for sending holiday cheer.

When are the last dates for Christmas post to BFPO addresses?

Find the latest Christmas post deadlines for BFPO addresses and Armed Forces personnel on Operations. Send festive messages through the…

29th November 2017
Article Twelve colorful sticky notes with positive messages: Slow Down, Keep Calm, Be Positive, Take It Easy, Unplug, Enjoy Life, Have Fun, Breathe on Civvy Street. Relax and Go Outside to explore a new path of resettlement and meditate with a smiley face.

Stress Down Day leaves veterans up £10,000

FirstLight Trust raised over £10,000 through Stress Down Day UK, a nationwide campaign encouraging companies to donate in exchange for…

29th November 2017