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20 October 2026
New Forces Childcare Scheme: Get Paid Back for Nursery Costs in Scotland, Wales and NI
Service families in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland get fewer free childcare hours than those in England. A new Defence scheme, the UK Nursery Authority, now pays back the difference. Here's who qualifies and how to claim.
Read Full Brief ↗4 October 2026
MOD Housing Reforms: Families Get a Say Over Repairs and Rules
The MOD has announced housing reforms giving service families a say over repairs, a Red Tape Challenge to scrap daft rules, and new family committees. Here's what's changing and how to get involved.
Read Full Brief ↗4 October 2026
Armed Forces Pension Overpayments: What to Do If You Get a Letter
Veterans are being asked to repay Armed Forces pension overpayments caused by admin errors. Here's what's going on, who it affects and what your options are if a letter lands on your doormat.
Read Full Brief ↗4 October 2026
AFPS 15 Early Departure Payment: It's 20 Years, Not 18
A widely used pension help sheet wrongly said AFPS 15 members qualify for an Early Departure Payment after 18 years. It's 20 years and age 40. If you're planning your exit, check your numbers.
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30 June 2026
What the Defence Investment Plan Actually Means For You
The Defence Investment Plan commits £298 billion over four years, the biggest shake-up of military funding in decades. Here's what it means for your pay, your housing, and the kit coming to frontline hands.
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9 June 2026
Armed Forces Pay Review Released
The Armed Forces' Pay Review Body has recommended a 3.6% pay increase for all serving personnel from 1 April 2026, beating both inflation and the median civilian pay award.
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31 May 2026
Armed Forces Pay Rise 2026/27: What We Know So Far
The 2026/27 pay round has been formally initiated by the Defence Secretary. Forecasts indicate a potential award between 3.2% and 3.5%, with implementation backdated to April 1, 2026.
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