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Friday 27 March 2020

Forces Help to Buy - Change in Eligibility Criteria


Please be informed that ABN 051/2020 Forces Help to Buy – Change in Eligibility Criteria has been published today on DefNet and Defence Connect

The revised criteria means that all Regular Serving personnel will be eligible to apply for a FHTB advance provided they have completed 12 months service from their date of enlistment and have completed Phase One Training. This change will take effect from 1 Apr 20.

A revised JSP 464, Volume 1, Part 1 will be published on 31 Mar 20 to coincide with the updated eligibility criteria and also contains the full FHTB scheme rules.​

National Crime Agency update and social media threats


Army personnel and their families are reminded to consider their operational and personal security responsibilities, especially when posting on social media. Remain alert to threats/scams/direct approaches that are suspicious and ensure that no operational or personal information is disclosed during these challenging times. ​

Thursday 26 March 2020

Monday 23 March 2020

Supporting Mental Health


To read the full document please click here

Friday 20 March 2020