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Naval Families Federation: September e-update
Click here to read the latest update from the NFF team: http://www.nff.org.uk/pdfdocs/septem...pdate_live.pdf Highlights in this edition include: NFF team update New Autumn Homeport OUT NOW NFF Website Poll: The Armed Forces Covenant BREAKING NEWS: Charges for Damages to Service Family Accommodation: New Process New…
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What do the RAF look for when doing a credit check?
My boyfriend is currently going through the selection process from RAF Fireman, he is concerned about the credit check. Although he has never defaulted on a payment, or has a huge amount of debt he has two credit cards, a loan for his car and an overdraft which means he only has a credit score of about 650 and his over all…
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02 Phones refresh, 30% Discount for Forces
Hi, does anyone know about this? some say use i.d. or Forces discount card instore, but 02 mention you need a code?? so just seeing if any forces/ex forces have used this offer, it is legit as I have asked 02, Thanks for any help/info...;)
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Best phone deals?
Who provides the best deals on mobile contracts? I know o2 give you £75 off your first bill when you take out a new contract (this includes family members and usually has to be done within a couple of weeks) but I have heard that vodafone give 20% off to serving soldier and up to 5 family members on EVERY monthly bill.…
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Naval Families Federation: August e-update
Click here to read the latest e-update from the NFF team. Highlights in this edition include: * NFF Website Poll: YOUR views wanted on the Armed Forces Covenant * New Autumn Homeport * Term-Time Holidays and Post Operational Tour Leave * Tax Relief for Laundry Expenses * British Forces Postal Office (BFPO) Service Will…
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Amazon delivery to BFPO
Hi, I'm currently serving at BFPO 767 and tried to order a rechargeable toothbrush from Amazon. They have refused the order stating that because the toothbrush contains a Lithium Ion battery it is classed as dangerous and therefore they will only deliver it to the UK mainland. I've checked the restrictions on the BFPO…
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Kuoni discount for armed forces
Hi all, I've not looked if anyone else has posted this, so if you have, apologies. Just to let you know, I've just found out that Kuoni Travel offers a discount for armed forces and also for the Police. I believe it's between 5% and 7% so not massive but every little helps!
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Tri-Service Armed Forces Families Survey: Underemployment and Overseas Employment
What are YOUR views on families’ underemployment and overseas employment? Please follow the link to take part in a Tri-Service survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/HGF8SP9. The survey has been extended and will now run until 16 August. This survey will help the Families Federations to work with the MOD to develop ways…
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advice needed
My husband is ex army, he had a medical discharge and receives a 50% WDP and also receives unemployability supplement. He has now been diagnosed in 1st stage alzheimers. My question is, is there any help I could receive from anyone in relation to this as at the moment I fell lost and totally helpless as he has just…
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Naval Families Federation: July 2013 e-update
Click here to read the latest e-update from the NFF Highlights in this edition include: * YOUR New Look e-update * Taking YOUR Concerns to the Top: We had a really productive meeting in 10 Downing Street this month… * New Additions: Welcoming new NFF team members * Tri-Service Families Survey: Underemployment and Overseas…
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Tax Free UK Cars exported to France
Hi there, Can somebody please help me - I am posted to France and am buying a tax-free car. As its not an established place such as BFG or Cyprus, I am getting bamboozled by the HMRC regs and the like. Has anybody bought a UK tax free car and exported to France? I know I get the VX302 from the DVLA which I must hand in on…
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kit, contents and buildings requirements (insurance) in own home
What do peeps gen have insurance wise when owning/living in own home? ATM i've got kit and contents. Good reccommendations?
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Why a specific armed forces board?
Hi After a number of requests I decided it was time to open up an armed forces MoneySaving board for current and past members of the forces and their families. The aim isn't to duplicate the rest of the forum and site, but far more to discuss those issues that are specific to members of the forces. Whether it be getting…
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Ford Car Company
Does anyone know if Ford offer Armed Forces Discounts for Veterans?
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Resettlement grant
Hi all, I left the Armed Forces last year after serving for 9 years- I received the tax-free resettlement grant for Officers. I am preparing my 2012/13 self-assessment tax return - Do I have to declare this? If so, on which part exactly? I am assuming I won't get taxed on it from HMRC if it's entered into the right box??…
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Continuence
Hubby has served 22yrs and also nearly done an extra 2yrs (think it's called versatile engagement), was due to start his resettlement and has now been asked to do continuance for a further 2yrs. Usually you have to give 12 months notice to leave. My question is... if during hubbys continuance he is offered a job on civvy…
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Tax free cars
Hi there I'm posted overseas. Can anyone point me in the direction of the official document laying out what I must do for my car to be tax free? Eg registered in the other country etc etc I've hunted but can't find any reference on the hmrc website. Thanks for your help Steve
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TV/broadband/phone with no contract or portable
I'm moving into my first Army house but we're only going to be there for 5 months before moving. We want to get a TV/broadband/phone line package that we can either transfer to our new address when we move after 5 months OR is on a one monthly rolling contract. Any ideas?
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Debate on terms of employment for Reserve service personnel, 27 June, 6PM
Hi Everyone We are DOT and we are on MSE to update people on business which takes place within the House of Commons which may be of specific interest to MSEers. Often we’re able to highlight work that might not be covered in the media and that the public is not necessarily aware is going on. We usually update on aspects of…
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Free Crown Carveries carvery or brekkie if you've served.
Just thought it was worth mentioning the following if you have one near you: Armed Forces Day Get a free Crown Carveries carvery or brekkie if you've served. Starts today (Mon 24 Jun) for current forces and veterans. Print voucher & show ID at Crown Carveries. Details > HERE <
