The Value of UK Military Service; Exploring Perspectives From the Ex-Forces

​It is often stated that the majority of personnel transition well post-Service, but there is limited evidence and understanding of those experiences and how Serving in the military may have added value to and benefitted post-Service life. 

The purpose of this study is to build evidence about the impact of military Service that focuses on the 'normative' experience rather than on the challenges and difficulties.

For information about the study itself, and a link to the recruitment survey:  visit the website 

Expansion to Funded Childcare for UK Families Deployed Overseas

From September 2024 eligible families assigned overseas will have access to funded childcare hours for their children aged from 9 months old.

Defence have expanded the childcare offer for families assigned overseas with 9 months – 4-year-old children, to match the entitlement in England.

Army Experience 24

Army Experience 24: 4-day taster events hosted by your Army for 18–49-year-olds at venues across the UK

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be in the British Army?

Would you like a free taster of Army life, but without the commitment?​

If so, Army Experience 24 is your unmissable opportunity to be a part of what we do, and find out where you could fit in.

For further information please go to the Army Experience 24 webpage, and to see venues across the UK and register interest or book a place,