Senior Royal Marines officers swap general staff Army cap badges for new woven version
All Royal Marines officers above the rank of colonel will now wear a new woven cap badge.
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Navy Capturing courage: Stunning photography highlights Royal Navy's bold operations
Nearly 400 images and 18 videos were submitted for the annual competition.
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Sport New RV points will help veterans reunite on annual Army v Navy match day
Many people were disappointed last year with the removal of corps marquees at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.
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News BFBS Forces News joins Bluesky – here's who you can follow on the social media platform
The innovative platform offers a fresh way to engage with our content and stay updated on the latest military news and events.
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Politics Troops missing dental checks contribute to 10,000+ not fit to fight a war, ex-minister says
Former defence minister James Heappey says that non-deployable personnel's medical status would change if Britain was at war.
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Army Army's next generation of soldiers get inspired by Honorary Colonel Bear Grylls
Colonel Grylls, who spent three years as a Special Forces reservist before being injured, took up his role at AFC Harrogate in July.
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Forces Charities Soldiers and volunteers pack 2,500 Christmas boxes for military children
Charity Little Troopers ensures British Armed Forces children and their families have access to child-focused support.
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Forces Charities BFBS Radio listeners exceed Big Salute Mile-a-thon expectations and smash original goal
In a truly global effort, the week-long Big Salute Mile-a-thon showcased incredible feats of determination.
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Tri-Service Armed Forces to get 6% pay rise – more than most other public sector workers
The salary increase for military personnel is higher than the raises for NHS workers, teachers and the police.
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Tri-Service Armed Forces honours: What are the different medals that can be awarded?
A guide to all medals and who is eligible to receive them.
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Invictus Games Invictus Games: The history and future of Prince Harry's event inspiring recovery
The games is aimed at wounded, injured or sick Armed Forces personnel and veterans.
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Military Life Recognising accomplishments of military as Soldiering On Awards 2024 finalists announced
The awards aim to recognise ordinary military individuals who have achieved extraordinary feats.
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Politics General election: How can Armed Forces personnel make sure they get their vote
Forces News takes a look at what you need to ensure you have the opportunity to vote.
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News Former paratrooper completes Guinness World Record attempt to help save soldier's life
With a 5% chance of remission with chemotherapy, the soldier needs alternative treatments not provided on the NHS.
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Army Back on the bike: Army athlete taking on RideLondon to give back to Invictus movement
A motorcycle accident in 2019 left Staff Sergeant Jonny Ball with life-changing injuries.
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Military Life Levels of morale in the Armed Forces fall for the third year in a row, new MOD survey finds
Nearly six out of 10 forces personnel described their service morale as 'low', according to the Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey.