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March 29, 2022
March 28, 2022
Be money-wise: Tips when considering using a property finding and purchase management company
The Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) Team has been made aware of a “Property Finding and Purchase Management” service on the market that can tie personnel into aggressive contracts, with the unfortunate consequence that some have fallen off the T&Cs. They’ve ended up paying out money they can’t afford for a “product/service” that ultimately isn’t delivered. Some terms are not compatible with Forces’ life, and more importantly sometimes the services just aren’t necessary in the UK.
Unfortunately, when an individual takes out a commercial agreement independently the MOD isn’t in a position to take on that person’s case and engage in contractual disputes, so it’s important that personnel are financially astute in order to avoid these situations in the first place. In particularly the vulnerable, such as the young and those for whom English is not the first language.
Key things to remember:
1. Read T&Cs and seek advice if unsure before signing: Anyone signing a commercial contract really needs to read and understand all the terms and conditions. Seek support/advice if the information is too difficult to understand and never feel pressed into signing – that’s usually a red flag.
2. Be informed: do you need this service? Is it regulated? Useful signposting can be found here for house-buying: https://www.gov.uk/buy-sell-your-home/estate-agent.
And the Covenant Team signposts people to the impartial and useful MoneyHelper org: Free and impartial help with money, backed by the government | MoneyHelper
3. Check the credentials of a company: Pasting the AFC logo on a company’s website doesn’t automatically confer an alliance to the Armed Forces Community and its core values. Companies need to make profit at the end of the day, so be aware and do your checks on the community – don’t be sucked in by the marketing.
BFBS Audio - Accommodation News
The new FDIS Accommodation contracts will come into force on the 1st of April which will replace the current National Housing Prime (NHP) contract.
Improving the lived experience for Service Personnel and customer service are at the heart of the new FDIS Accommodation contracts.
Click on image below to listen to an audio of the radio trailer that is currently running until 4th April.
In addition, the link to the BFBS community info article is here:
Scottish Veterans Residences: Vacancies in Edinburgh and Dundee as of 28th March 2022
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Residences in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee, click here for referral form.
Glasgow service is full and holding a waiting list
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
March 25, 2022
March 24, 2022
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust is delighted to announce three new funding programmes will open in Spring and Summer 2022.
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust is delighted to announce three new funding programmes which will open in Spring and Summer 2022.
All the three programmes have a focus on providing targeted support for veterans, Armed Forces families and serving personnel. This can be for new and additional support; or could build on work that organisations have already done.
Red Arrows Display 2022
Where will you watch the RAF Red Arrows display in 2022? A list of locations for this year’s UK shows by the Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team is now available here:
https://www.raf.mod.uk/display-teams/red-arrows/displays
March 23, 2022
Discover My Benefits
Discover My Benefits is an easy-to-use tool for those working in Defence, their families and anyone interested in joining. You can use it to find out what support and benefits are available to you as a service person or civil servant. Choose one of the options to start exploring your benefits.
Click HERE for more information
March 21, 2022
Brewers Fayre - 25% Discount
Brewers Fayre are offering 25 % discount on food bills to emergency services crews, NHS workers, armed forces (serving and veterans) and social care worker. T&Cs aply. Link is www.brewersfayre.co.uk/en-gb/helping-our-heroes
March 18, 2022
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