LGBT Veterans affected by the pre-2000 Armed Forces ban - restorative measures applications close on 12 December 2026

 

 link to affectedbytheban.campaign.gov.uk 

Serving personnel and veterans who were discharged or impacted by the pre-2000 ban on LGBT personnel in the Armed Forces have until 12 December to apply for restorative measures, including financial recognition. We’d appreciate your support in asking serving personnel to amplify the final call, so we can reach personnel and Veterans who may have been affected and are unaware of this.

 

Where relevant and appropriate, please support our final call for applications by sharing the communications toolkit in your newsletters, forums and social media channels. Please use a personal device to access and download campaign materials. 

 

The communications toolkit with campaign materials includes posters, social media posts, email banners, website and newsletter content and more. 

 

You can also find material and more information on defnet.

Civvy Street Oct/Nov Magazine is Out Now

 

To read the latest issue please go to this link: Civvy Street

The Ripple Pond: Autumn 2026 Newsletter - Together, We're Shaping Better Support for Families

 

To read this newsletter in full, please go to:  Autumn 2026 Newsletter

 

Little Troopers: Free All Together Online Space workshop on 10 Oct, and further dates

 

All Together ONLINE – Space Detectives Workshop

Saturday 10th October 2026, 1100hrs

SPACE DETECTIVES - All Together Online - fun virtual sessions bringing together military children

Journey around the Solar System and discover the size and distances of planets within our own neighbourhood. Take part in the “Human Solar System,” experiment with how it was formed and then assemble your own scale model.

👉Book your family space here

Have Your Say in the Annual Defence Survey 2026! - FREE coffee

Have Your Say in the Annual Defence Survey 2026!

We want to hear about your experience with our services across British Forces Cyprus.

Complete the Annual Defence Survey and as a thank you you'll receive a FREE regular Costa drink at your local participating Costa outlet.*

Plus, you'll be automatically entered into a prize draw to win an experience worth £250!

Your feedback helps us improve the services we provide and shape future enhancements across the contract.

Complete the survey today and make your voice count.

AYIOS NIKOLAOS - Ay Nik
DEKELEIA - DHK
EPISKOPI - Epi
AKROTIRI - Aki

Forces Employment Charity webinars: Pathways into Health and Social Care Careers for the Armed Forces Community – 20 to 22 Oct

 

Why attend? 

This series will help you understand where your skills, experience and ambitions could take you next. Whether you are preparing for your first civilian role, changing career direction or supporting a family member, each session offers practical insight into entry routes, employer expectations and meaningful career options across the sector. 

 

Event schedule 

• Tuesday 20 October 2026: Pathways into the NHS, 12:00 – 13:15

This session introduces the breadth of NHS career opportunities, with a focus on accessible entry routes and roles beyond clinical pathways.

• Wednesday 21 October 2026: Pathways into Social Care, 12:00 – 13:15

This session highlights career opportunities in social care, including accessible entry routes and roles beyond clinical pathways.

• Thursday 22 October 2026: Pathways into Pharma and Healthcare Support, 12:00 – 13:15

 

To find out more please go to:  Free health and social care careers webinars for military community

 

 

October Quest Magazine is Out Now

 

To read the Ocober issue (or any back issues) please go to this link: https://www.questonline.co.uk/magazine-archive

 

Episkopi Job Opportunity

 

Episkopi Saddle Club, Happy Valley, is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Groom to join our team.

Previous experience is not essential, as full training can be provided. We’re looking for someone who is passionate about horses, reliable, hardworking, and eager to learn.

If you love working with horses and are looking for an opportunity to join a friendly team, we’d love to hear from you!

Dept for Work & Pensions: Latest News Update – 2 Oct

 

State Pension Triple Lock announcement

This week the Prime Minister made an announcement on an adjustment to the State Pension Triple Lock.  

The current Triple Lock will be maintained until the end of this parliament. The changes are proposed from 2030/31, with the adjusted Triple Lock meaning the State Pension will always increase by at least the highest of 2.5%, Consumer Prices Index (CPI) inflation or a new earnings link – so that the State Pension will never fall below its level as a share of average earnings when we adjust the Triple Lock.

 

Pension Credit Week of Action – 12-16 October 2026 

This October, we're running Pension Credit Week of Action to challenge some of the common misconceptions that stop people claiming Pension Credit. Many people mistakenly believe that owning a home, having savings or receiving a private pension automatically makes them ineligible. It doesn’t. 

As a result, many people of State Pension age who could be entitled to Pension Credit never make a claim. 

Here are some of the myths we're tackling this year: 

4 Scots Highland Games - 17th October 2026

Date: Saturday 17th October 2026

Time: 1100 - late

Where: Lions Gym Field

See Facebook for more information.