Serve and Protect Credit Union: Fixed Saver 14 - Guaranteed Return of 4% AER

4% Fixed-Rate Savings Account - Now Available

Serve and Protect Credit Union are pleased to announce the latest fixed-rate savings account is now available paying a guaranteed return of 4% AER.

4% AER fixed for 12 months (starting 1st November 2026)

Balances between £1,000-£10,000

No fees or charges

Available until 28th October 2026

This is simply for your awareness—it’s not a recommendation.

Please take a look and decide if it’s right for you.

The account is available to apply for between 1st to 28th October 2026 and you need to become a member first – which is free.

You can learn more here:

https://serveandprotectcu.co.uk/save/fixed-saver/

Terms and eligibility criteria apply.

BFBS Valarian Pro League Grand Final 2026 Crowns The S.E.A. Dragons as Season Two Champions in the Royal Air Force Museum London

BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service) has today announced the winners of the BFBS Valarian Pro League Grand Final 2026, following the season-ending esports competition at the Royal Air Force Museum London on 27 September.

 

Eight teams from across the armed forces esports community came together for a day of competitive gaming, with the championship title ultimately decided in front of a live audience, showcasing the camaraderie and skills that defined this year’s tournament.

Easy Resettlement Magazine: Autumn edition out now

 

Have you read the Autumn issue of Easy Resettlement magazine yet?

 

In this issue there is information about employment events for service leavers, enabling you to meet future employers and network with companies and fellow service leavers.

ER mag also features the 162 winners of the MODs Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Awards and as always, you can find information from CTP and about ELCAS entitlements.

 

Please visit the Easy Resettlement website to read this issue online and download it for free: www.easyresettlement.com/magazine 

BFBS TV

 

THE BFBS PRO LEAGUE GRAND FINAL IS HERE!

Get ready for an epic showdown LIVE from the RAF Museum in London!

 Watch it live on BFBS TV
 Stream on Twitch
 Watch on YouTube

Plus, get to know some of the key players taking to the stage in our exclusive Get To Know shows.

Don’t miss a moment of the action who will be crowned BFBS Pro League champion?

https://bfbsesports.com/

Find out what's on at https://www.bfbs.com/sport

Defence Children Services: Service Pupil Premium – register your child before 1 Oct 2026

 

 If you're a Service parent and your child attends a school in England, make sure their school knows about your Service status before 1 October 2026.

 

Eligible schools can receive £360 per eligible Service pupil through the Service Pupil Premium (SPP), helping them provide additional support for Service children.

 

Find out more about eligibility and how you can help your school access this valuable funding:

 

https://dcs.school/2026/09/11/service-pupil-premium-2026-extra-funding-for-service-children-in-england/

Is Saving £25 a Month Worth It?

Struggling to save every month? 

Even £25 is enough to make a big difference overtime.

First Defence Finance has done the maths to show how small, regular savings can add up, and how an extra £5–£10 can have a huge impact over time.

Read the full blog: www.firstdefencefinance.co.uk/is-saving-25-a-month-or-less-worth-it

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 151 Executive Officer roles across Scotland and NE England – closing date 07 Oct

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have a total of 151 Executive Officer (EO) roles across Scotland and North East England. The roles are EO Work Coach in Universal Credit and Job Centre service.

DWP welcome applications from veterans, reservists, their family members and currently serving personnel looking to transition into civilian life.

Civil Service Jobs links with further information on the roles available, and application details:

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - Northeast England (Ref: 780) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - Northeast Scotland (Ref: 779) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - East and Central Scotland (Ref: 778) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - South West Scotland (Ref: 777) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

The closing date is 07 Oct.

BFC Fire Safety

 

How Does the Bank of England Work?

The Bank of England affects your everyday spending more than you might realise. 

But what does the Bank of England actually do, and how can its decisions affect your money?

This simple guide breaks it down. 

Read the full blog: www.firstdefencefinance.co.uk/how-does-the-bank-of-england-work

Defence Update: Local Overseas Allowance rate changes 2026

 

From 1 October 2026, some Local Overseas Allowance (LOA) rates will go up, and some will go down, depending on the cost of living in your location.

Check the new rates for where you're based before the change takes effect.

LOA explained

LOA is money paid to Service personnel who are working overseas.

It helps cover the extra cost of everyday living overseas, when prices abroad are higher than in the UK.

What's changing and why

Every year, experts check the cost of living in each country. They use information from the Employment Conditions Abroad (ECA) survey and the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This tells us if prices have gone up or down compared to the UK.

Two things to know about this year's changes:

• Child rate is staying the same: The way LOA works out payments for children is being looked at again. Until this review finishes, child LOA rates will not change.

• Second car payments are going down: New ONS data shows that running a car in the UK now costs less than before. As LOA compares costs to the UK, this means the second car payment is going down everywhere.

What you need to do

Look up the full details on the new rates for your location. These can be found in the Directed Letter 'Revised Local Overseas Allowance Rates effective from 1 October 2026' (on defnet and Defence Connect).

Your Offer, recognising your service

There are other allowances available to help with essential needs and family wellbeing while you're overseas.

Find out more in JSP 752 or visit Discover My Benefits to explore the range of savings, allowances and opportunities available.

Point of Contact

The Allowances Team: People-AFRem-AllcesGroup@mod.gov.uk