The British armed forces now have a retention crisis rather than a recruitment crisis, new figures suggest, as modern soldiers are no longer willing to move around the world.
Government data released on Thursday […]

The SCiP Alliance has a vision of thriving lives for all children of armed forces families (including reserves, those currently serving and veterans) and believes in the power of collaboration to effect change. […]

Keep up to date with the Scottish Veterans Commissioner, Charlie Wallace, by reading his blog. There is a new post available today.

The Commissioner’s primary role, as laid down by the terms of his ap […]

A position as a research assistant on a project can be a great way to gain experience and launch your academic career.

Swansea University (UK) is advertising for a research assistant or officer to work on the […]

After multiple new appointments in ministerial positions, Forces.net News takes a look at some new arrivals in the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and at who is left standing…

The New […]

Research into veteran fathers’ mental health and the mental health of their children – we need your help!
The Centre for Veterans’ Health at King Edward Vii’s Hospital in London is carrying out research into th […]

The VFR Hub has a growing collection of Snapshots, Bullets and animations that explore themes and topics relevant to the UK Armed Forces Community, including veterans and their families. This collection can be […]

Snapshot Military Families and the Bullets summary have been published on the Hub today.
All Snapshots and Bullets summaries published so far are available on the Research Summaries page.
Snapshots are designed […]

Human leg bones have been unearthed in the first excavation of the main allied field hospital used in the 1815 Battle of Waterloo.
Experts believe they are the remains of limbs amputated by medics at the former […]

Michael Almond, Professor of Veterans & Families Studies and wing commander, talks about the importance of the Armed Forces Covenant, and why it is essential NHS organisations ensure they are providing the best […]

Why is Armed Forces Day celebrated and do the civilian public think Britain’s military should be thanked for their service in a national show of support?
Members of the public who live in areas where there is a s […]

Armed Forces Day is a day for the public to come together with the UK military at events taking place right across the country, giving them an opportunity to personally thank the men and woman who currently se […]