Three-quarters of BFBS Forces News audience supports military gap year scheme, poll shows
Almost half of the 1,200 respondents said they strongly supported the scheme, which will open for recruitment in March
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Tri-Service Military chiefs share a glimpse of what lies ahead for the Armed Forces in 2026
Increased uncertainty and volatility, more deployments, new technological developments, and continued support for Ukraine were among those ...
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Tri-Service Under 25? Have 12 months to spare? How about taking an Armed Forces gap year?
The Armed Forces Foundation Scheme lasts around a year and at the end there's no commitment to join full-time
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Tri-Service New Year Honours 2026: Complete list of military personnel set to receive awards
The King awards titles including knighthoods, OBEs and MBEs to individuals recognised for significant public service, merit or bravery
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Tri-Service Exclusive: UK doesn't need voluntary military service, insists Defence Secretary
While France and Germany are pushing for this, John Healey tells BFBS Forces News the UK does not need to follow suit
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Tri-Service Courage and sacrifice of those who served in WW2 is a message for us all, says King
King Charles uses his Christmas broadcast to recognise the Second World War generation and the need to learn the lessons of the past
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News The gruelling Atlantic Challenge - Why is it the 'World's Toughest Row'?
Three thousand miles of open ocean. Twenty foot waves. No engine. No support. Just muscle and mind power.
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News From Ukraine to the Indo-Pacific, military leaders reflect on a year of global operations
Senior figures from across the Armed Forces look back on a year defined by pace and global reach
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Tri-Service Release of Defence Investment Plan delayed - with no clear date in sight for now
Luke Pollard had previously told BFBS Forces News that the plan would be released by Christmas, but the deadline to present it to Parliament ...
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Tri-Service Just how ready is the UK for a long war? Former commander Barrons says we aren't
Defined as a conflict measured not in days or even months, but in years, a Long War tests not only armies – but entire societies
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Tri-Service Changing rooms: 1,000 military homes have been upgraded in time for Christmas
The programme, known as Raising the Minimum Standards, has also been extended to cover a further 250 military properties
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Tri-Service Our personnel have risen to meet challenges this year, CSOC chief says
General Sir Jim Hockenhull, who will be replaced by Lieutenant General Sir Rob Magowan next year, praised the professionalism of his charges
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Tri-Service Armed Forces thanked for protecting UK over Christmas – wherever they're serving
British forces will be carrying out a range of duties, from deterring Russian aggression to thwarting attacks on digital networks
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Tri-Service Your service is an inspiration, not just to those in uniform, says head of the British Army
Delivering his Christmas message, General Sir Roly Walker thanked the men and women of the Armed Forces and looked ahead to 2026 with 'great ...
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Tri-Service Without the families, we wouldn't be able to do the job that we do, says First Sea Lord
Delivering his Christmas message, General Sir Gwyn Jenkins reflected on the year, and extended his gratitude to those who helped the Royal ...
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Tri-Service A huge thank you for all you do each day and every day, Prime Minister tells personnel
Sir Keir Starmer says the whole nation is grateful for the hard work done by the men and women in uniform who are keeping the nation secure