Personal finance can be an emotional subject as well as a complicated one. We break down some of the top money worries and point you in the direction of support. Many ex-service men and women struggle financially after they leave the Forces. It’s important to remember that whatever your financial concerns are, there are …
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It can be difficult to know where to turn for help when you transition back to civilian life. A range of organisations and charities are there to give you the tools to get you and your family back on-track. PTSD RESOLUTION Leaving the Armed Forces can be difficult even if it wasn’t through sickness or …
After spending hours meticulously perfecting your CV in order to get a call back, the thought of attending a big interview can be daunting. It can be stressful if you’ve just left the Armed Forces and haven’t attended a job interview in years, or maybe ever. No matter what industry you hope to get into, …
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“Everyone’s experience of leaving the service is individual and unique,” says Denise Knowles, a counsellor at Relate, the UK’s largest provider of relationship support. “It’s all about managing expectations, for the person leaving the services, but also for their family.” Transitioning from the military into civilian life can come with challenges and new experiences, and …
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Forces veterans could be in line to have their driving licences stamped with a ‘V’ to recognise their service. The card would help the country’s 2.5 million former military personnel gain easier access to services, and could also give access to discounts. Prime Minister Theresa May would work as proof of service, and be the …
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It’s the dream for many – but buying a home can be much more complex than you’d think, especially when you’re leaving the Forces. We take a look at what support is out there to help make the process more straightforward Becoming a homeowner is a pretty great feeling – but the path to property …
A team of injured servicemen are joining forces to make history on the racetrack – and nothing’s going to get in their way. Team BRIT founder Dave Player and team member Jimmy Hill tell Advance’s Lindsay Cochrane about their high-speed journey so far When Dave Player set up KartForce in 2010, he knew it …
