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Give Us Time Welfare update for September 2026

Give Us Time remaining September breaks are all available on the website, with the exception of the Kidlandlee break, which is booked on email. [email protected]
Booking is on a first come first served basis, and the cost of accommodation only is covered – families will be required to pay for their travel, food, entertainment etc.
👉 https://giveustime.org.uk/

Shrewsbury Fire Station Open
29 August 👇

An article has been published to signpost and promote a Radio 4 Money Box special on Armed Forces Finances, which recently aired :
defnet: https://modgovuk.sharepoint.com/.../BBC-special-Our-Offer...

Defence Connect: https://jive.defencegateway.mod.uk/docs/DOC-1368506
In the special episode which aired on 29th July, Money Box explored what this means for our people and the challenges they can face.

It also looked at what Defence is doing to keep improving the offer.
You can listen to the Armed Forces Finances Money Box episode now on BBC Sounds - https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002zhs2?fbclid=IwY2xjawTm4T1wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5iHJqEwaC-AcEJkeNZsTobiePb5GwDMb5hFL_8HsBa0hP6qeldWHocXUfGwg_aem_EUxH8LPG3PyLo95gkMlI4A

2026 Reserves Continuous Attitude Survey

The results from the 2026 Reserves Continuous Attitude Survey (ResCAS) were published on, 6th Aug 2026.

4,587 responses were received representing an overall Tri-Service response rate of 24%.

A detailed breakdown of the Tri-Service results can be found on the gov.uk website here.

The RAF reports are available for internal viewing on the HQ Air Occupational Psychology sharepoint site if you have access to MODNET.

Speaking about the RAF’s ResCAS results, Deputy Chief of the Air Staff, AM Paul Lloyd said:
“The 2026 Reserves Continuous Attitude Survey (ResCAS) provides an important insight into the experiences, views and priorities of our Volunteer and Regular Reserve personnel. It is an important tool that helps us shape policy, priorities, and future investment across the Reserve enterprise, so I would like to thank everyone who took the time to complete it. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us understand where we are performing well and, just as importantly, where we must improve. It will continue to inform meaningful and practical improvements across the RAF Reserves…..
Thank you for your continued service, your honesty in providing feedback and your dedication to delivering operational effect. We are listening, and we remain committed to building an even stronger and more engaged Reserve force for the future. There is no doubt that the RAF Reserves are a critical and integral element of our Whole Force, and the contribution you make to UK Defence is recognised and valued by RAF senior leadership.”
HQ Air Occupational Psychology team would like to take this opportunity to thank those of you who took the time to complete the survey this year. The more responses we receive the more robust the evidence will be to drive through the changes you want to see.

If you have any questions about the survey or the results, please contact the HQ Air Occupational Psychology Team at: [email protected]

The RAF Benevolent Fund - Family Mediation

The RAF Benevolent Fund can provide access to subsidised family mediation in the event of relationship or marriage break down.

We recognise that separating from a partner can be an incredibly stressful time and hope that some support with sorting the practical side of separation will help.

Mediation can aid in the settlement of disputes over child contact and living arrangements, child maintenance, property and money with the goal of reaching an agreement without the need to go to court.

To find out a little more about what this service can offer, see our website
https://www.rafbf.org/get-support/family-relationships/family-mediation

Little Troopers - All Together Online is back!

Our Autumn/Winter 2026 Saturday online programme returns this September and we can't wait to welcome military children from across the Armed Forces Community back for more fun together.
The first three sessions are now available to book:
🔬 Science
🚀 Space
🧁 Baking
Head to the Events section of our page for more information and booking links. We'll also pop the direct booking link in the comments below.
We can't wait to see you online!

https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/all-together-online-978859?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=creatorshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=escb&fbclid=IwY2xjawTZtKNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEexV0YlMqOlkwXtxGBuSk8TZH5a4fpwgfX2744_vOaG0E8f2WwXF9MDJ6T0-Y_aem_hyKixGvWEKBTsGEGuSGjMw

Service Family Accommodation (SFA) Communications Update _30 July 2026

Hundreds of brand-new homes have been completed at Imjin Barracks in Gloucestershire, marking an important milestone in the MOD’s plans to improve housing for Service personnel and their families.

DIO have purchased a total of 281 homes near Imjin Barracks, home to NATO’s Allied Rapid Reaction Corps. These homes were purchased by the DIO from existing developments built by Taylor Wimpey, Bloor Homes and Bovis Homes.

Construction began in 2023 and was delivered in phases, allowing Service families to move in as soon as their homes were ready. Some families have now been enjoying their new homes for almost two years.

These homes have been designed with sustainability in mind. Features include energy-saving solar panels, low-carbon heating systems, smart heating controls and electric vehicle charging points. These modern features are helping Service families reduce their energy use and, in some cases, lower their household bills.

For further information, see the full article on Defence Homes https://defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/.../hundreds-of-new-sfa.../

Pre-move out and move-out appointment reminder
We know that moving can be a busy and sometimes stressful time, and that plans can change unexpectedly. If you are unable to attend your pre-move out or move out appointment, you can change your appointment on the e-1132 system.
Attending these appointments, or providing advance notice if you can't make them, helps ensure your move out process runs as smoothly as possible

Tune in to Housing Matters Podcast
Episode two of the brand-new podcast, Housing Matters is out now. The podcast lifts the lid on military housing and the issues that matter most to Service Personnel and their families.
Co-presenters Defence Families Champion, Trish Jakeman, and DIO Operations Manager South, Sebastian O’Hara, will be joined by special guests each week sharing their unique perspectives, experiences and expertise on all things military housing.

The first two episodes are now available. In the latest episode, we hear from John Reynolds, Army Military Housing Liaison Officer, and Stephanie Jervis from DIO Accommodation, who is also a military spouse and has lived in Service Family Accommodation for more than 18 years. Together, they share helpful guidance for families at every stage of military life, from moving home to simple ways to make a house feel like home.

You can watch episode one https://defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/.../welcome-to-housing.../ and two https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LrRRyScU-k now.
So grab a cup of tea, press play and join us each week for Housing Matters.

Summer safety – travelling over the summer
With the school holidays upon us, many of our families will be thinking about going away, whether that's a staycation or holiday abroad. If you’ll be away from your home for a period of time, we recommend the following steps to keep your home safe:

Hot weather can cause burst pipes, so it’s recommended to turn your water off using your stopcock while you are away. The stopcock is the little tap or lever on pipes that are often found under your sink.

Turn off and unplug electricals like your TV and small kitchen appliances like kettles and microwaves to reduce bills and to reduce the risk of an electrical fire.
Ask a trusted friend or neighbour to look after your house keys so they can make checks on your home while you are away.

For more summer safety advice, visit Defence Homes.
Families First newsletter
The latest issue of the Families First newsletter, featuring the latest Defence housing news and updates, is now available on the Defence Homes website https://defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/families-first/

🏡DIO's Families First Issue 40 newsletter has been published
To read this issue online, and any back issues, please go to: https://defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/families-first/

Recruit for Spouses have a Summer newsletter with information about their support programmes and how they can help in terms of both employment and wellbeing.
To read the newsletter in full, please go to: Your Summer Refresher: How RFS Supports You- https://recruitforspouses.wixsite.com/so/c7Pz-F1IC...

Career Transition Partnership (CTP) Employment Fairs are open to:
Service leavers
Veterans
Reservists
Partners and spouses

Service leavers/veterans/Reservists: To find out more and to reserve a place, please visit: https://www.modctp.co.uk/home/list-events

Family members: Register via email : [email protected]

Next upcoming dates:
Bournemouth - 24 Sept
Belfast - 14 Oct
Cardiff - 5 Nov
Telford - 19 Nov
https://www.modctp.co.uk/home