Office for Veterans’ Affairs: Analysis of responses to the Veterans’ Survey 2022 relating to family support for UK armed forces veterans

 
The Veterans’ Survey 2022 was the first survey of its kind in the UK and was a collaboration between the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the Office for Veterans’ Affairs and the devolved administrations.

Alongside the Veterans’ Survey, a smaller Veterans’ Family Survey was made available for immediate family members of UK veterans who resided in the UK and were aged 18 years or over. Family members could complete the survey if their veteran family member was living or deceased, and the survey was open to any immediate family member including stepparents and adult stepchildren. The survey was conducted through a voluntary self-select sample which relied on advertising and promotion primarily by veterans’ charities and organisations.

In total, 2,390 people responded to the Family Survey and response rates varied by question asked. This represents a small proportion of family members that would have been eligible to respond to the survey. These data are presented as unweighted data only.

To view the full survey analysis, please go to: Family support analysis of UK armed forces veterans

Forces Pension Society Online Armed Forces Pension Update - 25 June 25

25 JUNE 12:30-13:30 - SAVE THE DATE!

The FPS will deliver an online Armed Forces Pensions update for Serving Personnel, Veterans and Dependants at 12:30 on Wednesday 25 June via MS Teams.

It will cover:

• The latest on the 2015 Remedy (McCloud) implementation.
• A reminder of how pension benefits are/were earned during service and the ages that deferred pensions are paid.
• When and how the pension benefits increase.
• How to obtain a pension forecasts whilst serving or as a Veteran.
• Dependants Benefits.
• When and how to claim a deferred pension.
• The benefits of membership of the Forces Pension Society.

For more information, click here.

Civvy Street Magazine – Jun/Jul 25 Issue out now

 

Please click the following link to view this latest edition online: Civvy Street - June/July

Barry: Survival Day at Woody's Lodge - Introduction Day - 25 June 25

Survival Day at Woody’s Lodge!

Led by Roy Morgan, ex-Welsh Guards
Woody’s Lodge, Barry
Wednesday 25TH JUNE 2025
10.00-15.00

Get ready for a brilliant day in the great outdoors! Learn practical survival and bushcraft skills, build shelters, light fires, and connect with fellow veterans and supporters in a relaxed, supportive environment.

• Perfect for all skill levels
• Open to veterans, families & friends
• Swap stories, build confidence, and enjoy nature
• Come along and be part of something special.

Message Declan to book your place or find out more! Declan@woodyslodge.org

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest vacancies in Portsmouth - available exclusively to Service Leavers, Veterans and Military Spouses/Partners

 

The following vacancies are now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme:

GFIE – 439 – HMRC Customer Services Advisor, Portsmouth
5 positions available
Closing Date: 18 Jul 2025

Job description


​GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).

To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form (also see Guidance notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)

Female Veterans' Transformation Programme

 

Question: What have Plymouth, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Cannock and Winchester got in common?

Answer: We will be in those locations next month with Agora Photography taking photographs of female veterans!

We are creating a toolkit to aid services who support female veterans. Additional funding has been sought from the Office for Veterans' Affairs & Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust to raise the profile of Female Veterans. Part of this funding will be spent on a photoshoot and we are touring the UK with Agora Photography

We want Female Veterans from the breadth of the UK to be involved in this photoshoot, regardless of age, rank, time served, ethnicity, religion, disability, socioeconomic background, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic. The more diverse the better!

To sign up for a photoshoot click this link: https://forms.office.com/e/SmuxuxW6EQ

To find out more here

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest Vacancies in Scotland - available exclusively to Service Leavers, Veterans and Military Spouses/Partners

GFIE – 438 - DWP Fraud Officer, Leith & Glasgow
10 positions available
Closing Date: 23 Jun 2025
Job Description

​GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).

To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form (also see Guidance notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)

Edinburgh: Scottish Veterans Residences temporary part time post vacancy for a receptionist, closing date Fri 20th June

Scottish Veterans Residences (SVR)) has an opportunity for an enthusiastic Receptionist to join the staff team in their 83-room residence at Whitefoord House in Edinburgh. 

This is a temporary Part Time post (18 hours/week) available from mid-august 2025 to cover 9 months maternity leave, working weekly from Wednesday to Friday 07:00 – 13:00. 

This post is subject to PVG check. Closing date is Friday, 20 June.

For more details and to apply, visit:
https://www.svronline.org/about-work/

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Northern Ireland: Veterans & Families Forecast of Events - Causeway Coast & Glens

 

Veterans & Families – Upcoming Events

Please see above the forecast of events kindly shared by Veterans Champion Dawn Huggins from Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council.

These events are a great opportunity for veterans and their families to connect, engage, and access support within the local community.

#Veterans #CommunitySupport #CausewayCoastAndGlens #VeteransChampion #ConnectingCommunities

Information provided by HIVE NI

Quest Magazine - June Edition now available

To view online please click this link: https://www.questonline.co.uk/pages/magazine-archive

To view the Quest news update, including a summary of topics covered in the June magazine, please click this link: June Quest Magazine is Out Now.💂

Grantham: Veterans Awareness Seminar & Veterans & Families Open Day

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

 

Dorset: Insight event for service leavers Tues 24th June

Whether you are making the decision to take the first step in your transition into industry or you are looking for your next career move, join us in Yeovil on 24 Jun 17:00 - 20:30

Hear about who we are, what we do and how we support veterans as an ERS Gold Award holder

Connect with our veterans, hear about their journey and master some CV hints and tips and learn more about our application process

Network with our employees across a range of business areas and specialisms

This event is open to UK veterans only. We will ask you to bring relevant ID with you to the event and confirm details as part of the registration process.

Spaces are limited, and booking is essential. To reserve a place, individuals can simply click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Scotland: Veterans Scotland information booklet, updated August 2024

Click on image to read the Veterans Scotland Information booklet 

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Brecon: The Gurkha Wing (Mandalay) Annual Freedom Parade - Sun 08 June 25

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Edinburgh: Leonardo Insight Open Evening, Tuesday 17th June

Whether you are making the decision to take the first step in your transition into industry or you are looking for your next career move, join us for our series of insight events across Leonardo UK in June 2025.

Hear about who we are, what we do and how we support veterans as an ERS Gold Award holder

Connect with our veterans, hear about their journey and master some CV hints and tips and learn more about our application process

Network with our employees across a range of business areas and specialisms

This event is open to UK veterans only. We will ask you to bring relevant ID with you to the event and confirm details as part of the registration process.

Spaces are limited, and booking is essential. To reserve a place, individuals can simply click on the image above 👆 

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Northern Ireland: Bangor Veterans' Roadshow & Lunch - Tuesday 3rd June

 

Veterans Roadshow & Lunch – Clandeboye Lodge Hotel, Bangor
Tuesday 3rd June 2025

The next Veterans Roadshow and Lunch takes place in Bangor. Come along and connect with veteran support organisations, discover what services are available here in Northern Ireland, and enjoy the chance to catch up with friends - old and new.

This is a free event, open to all veterans and their families. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the help and resources that are there when you need them.

To help with catering, we kindly ask that you register in advance at: www.nivco.co.uk

We look forward to welcoming you for an informative and enjoyable day.

#VeteransNI #VeteransSupport #NICommunity #BangorEvent #VeteransRoadshow

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Statement from Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner on OP VALOUR

 

NORTHERN IRELAND - OP VALOUR

Statement from Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner - David Johnstone - 15 May

I welcome the UK Government’s announcement of the new VALOUR service, supported by a £50 million investment over three years, in veteran services across the UK. This is a significant opportunity to strengthen support for our veteran community.

That said, I await further detail on the duration of this funding and how it will be allocated in practice. In Northern Ireland, it is important that any new support structures build upon and complement the existing, trusted networks of veteran-focused organisations and services, rather than duplicate or fragment the support already in place.

Northern Ireland: Did you, a loved one, or someone you knew serve in the Ulster Defence Regiment?

 

Did You, A loved One, or Someone You Know Serve In The Ulster Defence Regiment?

Since 1972, the UDR Benevolent Fund has been dedicated to supporting former members, their widows/widowers, and their families in times of need.

They offer confidential and compassionate support when you need it most:

Financial advice and support
Healthcare support
Mental health care and support
Wellbeing support

To find out more about their services, please get in touch:

Call: 07720677838 or Email: udrbenfund@outlook.com

*Proof of service required

Please note caseworkers, whose knowledge and expertise are of the highest level, will deal with any issue sensitively and confidentially, however as part of a grant application process, personal information and supporting documentation will be required.

#UDRBenFund #KeepTheBenFundNumber

Information provided by HIVE NI

Worcester: Veterans and Families Event

 Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Gov.uk news update - VE Day boost for veterans’ healthcare

Government announces £1.8 million investment to transform NHS care for veterans, serving personnel and their families.

Armed forces veterans and their families will benefit from improved and targeted healthcare, the government has announced as the nation marks the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

A new training programme will ensure NHS staff across the country are supported to meet the unique health needs of veterans, serving personnel and their families.

The new programme will see NHS staff across England receiving dedicated training to help them identify and support patients with military backgrounds. GPs, doctors and NHS nurses will work with regional trainers to make sure they embed this support into their services.

To read this news announcement in full please go to: VE Day boost for veterans’ healthcare