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Heropreneurs Awards 2025 nominations are now open
Read the update in full at this link: Get involved: Award Nominations, Marathons, and Events
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🌍 Eco-Friendly Ways to Save Money
📝 Budgeting 101: Take Control of Your Money
🚀 Credit Score 101: Boost Your Score
☔ The Road to Financial Resilience
🔍 Before You Borrow: Things to Know
🔗 Register here: https://sandpcu.co.uk/webinars
NEW Fixed Cash ISA
Serve and Protect have launched their new Fixed Cash ISA for the 2025/26 tax year 💷
Secure a guaranteed and tax-free 4% AER return over the next year and watch your savings grow!
🔗 Learn more via their website: https://serveandprotectcu.co.uk/save/cash-isa/
Podcast Episodes 11 & 12 🎧
Loan sharks can have a devastating impact on people's lives and becoming a victim is easier than you may think 👤
Our friends at Serve and Protect recently welcomed Stop Loan Sharks to their podcast to explore some misconceptions, stories from victims, and the support available!
🔗 Watch here: https://youtu.be/6z-xdYbehBs?si=di6_UU_0OCTptnkB
For Debt Awareness Week, our friends at Serve and Protect welcomed the Money and Pensions Service to their podcast to explore the stigma around debt 🗣️
If you find it difficult to talk about money with your loved ones, this episode includes some manageable steps to start a conversion.
🔗 Watch here: https://youtu.be/X_PkxsAG1co?si=voGbF96Aovyafy9l
Stress Awareness Month - April
April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to understand the causes and cures of stress 😔
If your finances make you feel stressed, Serve and Protect are here to help you save and build your financial resilience.
🔗 Learn more via their website: https://serveandprotectcu.co.uk/
We’re excited to share that Blue Light Card is bringing you the Spring Saver Weekend – think Black Friday, but in the spring! Don’t miss out during this event we are bringing you some special Spring discounts!
When? Friday 28th – Monday 31st March
Who? Blue Light Card members
What? Exclusive discounts from top brands!
Join 5 million members already enjoying savings from brands like Halfords, Odeon, AEG, Parkdean Resorts, Gymshark, New Balance, and many more! Whether you're refreshing your wardrobe, upgrading your home and garden, or treating yourself, there’s something for everyone.
Here is a sneak peak of some exclusive offers across the Spring Saver Weekend
Access Blue Light Card's Spring Saver Weekend details here:
Not a member yet? Eligible staff can sign up now at https://www.bluelightcard.co.uk/index.php?utm_source=Organisations&utm_medium=Organisations&utm_campaign=Springsaverweekend and start saving!
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GFIE 427- Review Officer – HMRC
Job Description Click here to view
GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).
To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form (also see Guidance notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)
For further info: www.giveustime.org.uk
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Lead pipes may still exist in Service Family Accommodation built before 1970, but DIO and our repairs contractors are committed to removing them during modernisation.
The risk of exposure to lead is very low but the following steps can help to reduce lead levels in drinking water in older properties:
The UK has a very safe water system, but these precautions will help to lower the risk. For more information visit the Drinking Water Inspectorate’s website
Reporting Sewerage Spills
Should you notice a sewage spillage or leak, please report this directly to the Pinnacle Helpdesk on 0800 031 8628 and follow Option 1 for Repairs.
SFA Roadshows
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GFIE-424 - Senior Project Manager - Crown Commercial Service
Liverpool / Norwich / Birmingham or Newport
Closing Date: Sunday 13th April 2025
Job Description Click here to view
GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).
To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form (also see Guidance notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)
A summary of the increases that may affect our Service Community are in the image.
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The official Brew and Bake day is Thursday 8 May 2025 – VE Day, but events can be held on any date that suits. Every pound raised will help Combat Stress provide their life-changing mental health treatment to veterans today.
Find out more and sign up here to get sent a Fundraising Pack: https://events.combatstress.org.uk/event/brewandbake/home
This year there is a new International category; the International Award is designed to recognise individual women or groups of women completing exceptional work in support of the defence of their own country. This award is open to individual women, groups or teams, as members of the Armed Forces, Civil or Public services, or those who work in Defence industries or associated bodies. Locally Employed Civilians (LECs) in overseas locations have been confirmed as eligible for this category.
Details of all categories and how to nominate can be found at: Women in Defence UK | Awards 2025 Criteria
There is also a range of courses available through the Help for Heroes Recovery College. Information and the prospectus can be found on the Help for Heroes website: https://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/get-help/recovery-college/self-help-guides/
For further details on Help for Heroes services and how to get in touch, please go to: https://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/
RFS says: “We can hardly contain our excitement about this extraordinary opportunity for the military community! Polar Preet—who conquered Antarctica SOLO three times and holds FOUR Guinness World Records—will be sharing her inspirational journey with us.
“This FREE virtual session isn't just about polar exploration. It's about how the remarkable resilience you've developed as a military spouse can become your competitive advantage in the tech and cyber industries.
“We're counting down the days and can't wait to see you there.
“👉 Limited places available, so register now by emailing: careeracademy@recruitforspouses.co.uk”
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GFIE- 422 - Document Coordinator
1 x Paisley
Job Description Click to view
Closing date: 4 Apr 25
GFIE- 423 - Fiscal Officer
1 x Glasgow, 1 x Hamilton
Job Description Click to view
GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).
To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form (also see Guidance notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)
HCDC Update
Last month, the House of Commons Defence Committee (HCDC) published its report following an inquiry into Service accommodation that took place last year. This outlined a number of recommendations made by the Committee that we have considered carefully.
HCDC has now published our response to the report which outlines the steps we are taking to improve our service to you.
DIO remains committed to improving the quality of housing for you and your families and we will continue to work closely with our suppliers to deliver against the actions outlined.
Radio Teleswitch (RTS) electricity meters.
The technology that supports RTS electricity meters will switch off nationally from 30 June 2025.
If you have one of these meters, you will receive a letter from your electricity supplier informing you that they are required to switch you to a smart meter. Not switching meters before this time could result in disruption to your electricity supply. You can read more about this here.
Whether you pay for your own electricity or your fuel is supplied by the MOD, if you have an RTS meter, you should expect a letter to arrange an appointment.
If you have any questions or would like to confirm if you have an RTS meter, you can contact your electricity supplier directly.
