-
Time for British Honours for British WW1 Veterans
Our two surviving World War One Veterans, Harry Patch and Henry Allingham have rightly received honours from France and Belgium but nothing from their own country. As a matter of urgency we need to convince the Prime Minister that they deserve special recognition for their contribution to our freedom as this is a matter of…
-
Aremd Forces Day - Free tickets
Noticed free tickets to Newbury Racecourse, Berkshire on Saturday 24th October. Two free tickets for Military personel - just quote your ID number.
-
Newbury Races - Armed Forces Day
Newbury Racecourse are holding an Armed Forces day on Saturday the 24th October 09 which will be free entry for members of the Forces and the Royal British Legion. There will also be discounts available on various facilities at the course. More details, including how to book are available at the link below:…
-
Discounts
Does anyone know what stores in the UK give discount with the British Army Id card? Thanks
-
How do I write/send parcel to people in the forces?
Hey all, I was very privilaged today, along with the young people I work with, to spend the day with an army regiment who very kindly showed off all their equiptment, took us on tank rides etc. It was an amazing day, and my young people gained a lot from it. I would like to know how we can repay their efforts by sending…
-
taking step child to germany
anyone been in this situation, posted to germany in the summer, i have a daughter (12) from a previous marraige, she has no contact with her father and hasnt done for years, no maintance nothing but have been told i need his permission or go to court or it, is this true, one couldnt tell you if he still lives at old…
-
Possible scam?
Sorry if this is the wrong place, I have searched but really dont know where else to post, and thought the services forum would be best.. Anyway, an aquaintance of the family is a divorcee, not really worldly-wise, and lonely. All the ingredients needed for problems. She has been in contact (on-line only!)with someone who…
-
Disturbance allowance rates
Hi, Is there anyone who knows about the rates of DA. We are moving just up the road and I belive we are to receive disturbance and removal. Is there a lower rate DA? is it normal rate but taxed I have heard a million different tales. Also when dose it hit the bank account In normal pay? Many thanks
-
Red Arrows Get First Female Pilot
A female daredevil is to become the first woman to fly with the Red Arrows. Flight Lieutenant Kirsty Moore, 31, will start training in September as a member of the prestigious aerobatics display team from 2010 until 2012. The RAF said that until recently no female fast-jet pilot had advanced far enough in their flying…
-
Lsap
Hi, We brought a house in November using LSAP, we still havent handed back our SFA and are moving back into it and selling the house. Its been a nightmare, we should never of bothered looking for a house anyway its a long story BAD problems on Churchill estate (Helensburgh) and no matter how hard we pushed they wouldnt…
-
Pension AVCs
Has anyone had any experience of AVCs (Advance Voluntary Contributions I believe!) What actually are they (I have a rough idea) and are they worth it?
-
Posting to Cyprus costing a fortune!!!
I am soon to be posted to Cyprus and I am looking at either buying a car there or shipping mine over. The cost of both is actually really expensive. I find it amazing that serving personnel who get posted abroad should actually end up out of pocket. After a bit of research here are my current options: Option 1. Ship my…
-
not mse, just a big up to all forces/999 personnel
For doing a job I certainly couldn't hack. I hope you all get home safely, and/or get the care you rightly deserve. (as a side issue, I feel ashamed at current treatment of Gurkhas.. Joanna Lumley for president!) :beer::beer:
-
Phil Packer
Not moneysaving at all but this seemed the best board to post it on. Has anyone read in the Telegraph today about this man? Bloody inspiring and remarkably humbling. http://www.philpacker.com/ If you can spare a bob or 2 to help our lads then visit his Just Giving site and help him achieve his goal! Thanks for looking.…
-
Home Owners Re-entry Cert (HREC) form
Can anyone tell me whether you can find old copies of HREC certificates anywhere? In particular, looking for around mid 2007 to check what 'rules' were stipulated back then and what, if it was approved, you signed for - just wondering if it had changed? Thanks in advance.
-
Pension Q?
Hi All, Does anybody actually know what happens to your immediate pension after 22 years age 40 to age 55? I have asked SPVA pensions department and currently still awaiting the reply. I have also looked at all the pension litterature on this and can not find the explination for love or money. I know that when i leave at…
-
War pension review/medical
Hello, I was wondering whether anyone can shed light to this, whether im just being a bit paranoid: I was med discharged from the RN in 2005, and am now recieving my war pension. I have now been told (2009) that i will have to have a medical to make sure im stil due it. I think this may have been my honesty in filling out…
-
GYH Maintenance Allowance
Hello all, Does anyone know if it is still possible to claim the petrol allowance GYH(M) for 2 journeys home per month on a privately rented property? I understand it still possible if you have a mortgage on the property but unsure about rented. Thanks in advance Pingu
-
Vodafone Contracts whilst on tour
Has anybody with a Vodafone contract phone been allowed to suspend their contract for 6 months while on deployment. I know Orange have done it before but not Vodafone. PS: We have asked Vodafone but the adviser said they didnt, course it always depends who you speak to that particular day. Any help appreciated.
-
RAF Leuchars
There is a possibility that I may get posted due RAF Leuchars in the next year or two. Has anyone lived in the area, and would it be a good location move? Thanks in advance.