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UK armed forces MoneySaving

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Penpals
Hi all A few years ago I was a penpal to people in our armed forces and I’d love to do it again. does anyone know how to go about this? Be it websites or addresses. I’ve tried sites like forcespenpals but due to the current climate I honestly can’t even afford £5 per month to speak to people! Plus I would prefer a good old…
PVR'd but was released on RAF Redundancy - Tranche 3
OK, this is going back a while. I PVRd in 2007 after being unsuccessful with the Royal Air Force Redundancy Scheme - Tranche 3 application. Going through my old Discharge paperwork I have found a form that states I was released under the Royal Air Force Redundancy - Tranche 3 conditions. The title paragraph 'Type of…
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Anyone on here worked on Seakings?
Not moneysaving but as it's an armed forces board I thought this may be the best place to post this story from the Daily Mail: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6098759/Thousands-engineers-feared-inhaled-deadly-chemicals-working-Sea-King-helicopters.html?ito=facebook_share_fbia-middle Chances are you may be aware but…
Claiming GYH
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Can people sign this please
I was just wondering if people could sign this , thank you. https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/243947
Military discounts in New York
Hi, I just wondered whether anyone has travelled to New York recently and has used their MOD90 to get discounts on entry to attractions/museums etc? I know the US used to be good for helping Coalition troops and wondered if this was still the case? Many thanks.
Audi on Demand
Having driven to Scotland from Cornwall and back at Half Term I realised what a pain it was going so far. The destination is definitely worth it. Even though it's nice to be able to take a good few changes of clothes for outdoor activities and even take my own mountain bikes, the length of time driving spoils it. So…
What bank can military pension be paid into
Returning to UK next year,can my husband's RN pension be paid into a monese account until he can get a proper UK high street bank account. Contacted military pension people no reply . No one seems to know.He is worried.Thanks.
Petition establish a national day commemorating the significance of 15th August 1945 VJ Day
Commemoration of VJ Day A petition has been started to establish a national day commemorating the significance of 15th August 1945. Thousands of servicemen were held as Far East prisoners of war from 1941-1945, caught up in a conflict that endured long after the celebrations for VE Day. The contribution of those who had…
Future pension forecast
I retired nearly 5 years ago on the 75 scheme. 24yrs Army My query is, is there as estimate of how much the pension is likely to go up by when I turn 55. I.e by 50% as opposed to a figure as they're all different? Also, do we get a lump sum also on the 75 scheme. My forecast from the mob never informed me of such but…
Microsoft Office 365 Subscription 30% Discount
The present Microsoft software Home Use Programme isn’t anywhere near as generous as Office 2010, 2013, 2016 etc offers of previous years - £9.95 last time I bought Office Professional Plus 2016! But if you want to buy O365 for use off duty go online at work and search for Home Use Programme and use your ModNet personal…
My sol won’t accept FHTB as a deposit?
Title says it all really, we’re looking at exchanging contacts in March and my solicitor has just informed me (incorrectly I hope) that you cannot use FHTB towards your minimum deposit. Only to pay towards money’s owed apon completion. Has any one experienced this?
Questions about Forces Help to Buy Scheme
Hello! Me and my boyfriend are wanting to get a house towards the end of the year and he’s in the Royal Navy and wanting to use the forces help to buy scheme but we have a few questions. Can we get a joint mortgage if he’s using the forces help to buy scheme, even if we’re not married? This is the main question at the…
Armed Forces: Manchester Metrolink
Afternoon all, I’m not sure if this is common knowledge or even been on this forum before. However, something that I have recently discovered is that for those currently serving in the Armed Forces recieve free travel across the Manchester Metrolink System Monday-Friday (0930-0000) and all day weekends when the present…
Help regarding forces help to buy
Hi everyone, I am currently buying a house and been going through the FHTB. I’m at the stage where FHTB need to see the mortgage offer before they send the promissory note. My solicitor has faxed them 3 times with my full mortgage offer and FHTB keep on sending a response by saying that they need the full mortgage offer…
RGMD Rejection (Appeal Process)
I was hoping for some insight some information from anyone who has had experience within the British Army whether they have served or are currently serving. So during my commitment to the troop that I was joining and applying for, my RGMD had been rejected due to what they call long periods of anxiety many years ago.…
Cruise lines benefits
This is probably not breaking news to most - but some cruise lines offer free OBC (on board credits) for military veterans. This is spending money added to your cabin account which can be used to offset purchases made whilst onboard - drinks, duty free and goods from the shops and ship organised excursions ashore etc. To…
Can you be added to a council tax bill?
Currently looking to buy a place of my own and until then, I stay at my parents when I'm home on weekends, leave periods etc. The forces offer a 'get you home' travel allowance, but to be eligible you have to provide proof of 'financial commitment' to the qualifying residence. One of the requirements is to provide a…
BFPO VAT back Overseas-Amazon
Hello. This is quite a strange one, I was hoping I could find someone somewhere who could help! I'm currently abroad in Falkland islands. Due to being at an Overseas postcode, we are entitled to claim VAT back on certain goods. Amazon are usually very good for this. I order something, I send an email to their VAT returns…

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