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The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation ensuring that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly. It is a pledge that together we acknowledge and understand that those who serve or who have served in the armed forces, and their families, should be treated with fairness and respect in the communities, economy and society they serve with their lives.

The Official AFVBC is a welcoming community where veterans connect over breakfast, share experiences, and access support. The clubs provide not just camaraderie during gatherings, but also help address wider welfare needs beyond the breakfast table.

This GOV.UK page is a trusted starting point where veterans and their families can explore support options for civilian life. It brings together advice on health, housing, employment, pensions, and more — helping to navigate life after service with guidance that extends well beyond the barracks.

The Royal British Legion is here to help members of the Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force, veterans and their families. And we're not going anywhere. If you are serving, or have served in the Armed Forces, then you, your dependants and carers are eligible for help and support from the Royal British Legion (RBL).

Fighting With Pride (FWP) is a new military charity, created on the 20th anniversary of the complete lifting of the ban on LGBT+ service - the 'gay ban' We are here to support LGBT+ Veterans, serving personnel and their families, particularly those who were affected by the 'gay ban', ultimately lifted on 12th January 2000. Before then, thousands of LGBT+ service personnel were removed or forced from service and abandoned, after serving with pride. In the years ahead it is our aim to restore the military covenant and bring this community back into the military family.

Welfare is at the absolute heart of the Royal Air Forces Association. Whether you need someone to talk to, help finding financial support, some time away to rest or something else entirely, we can help you find a solution. We support anyone who has had one day's pay and one day's service in the RAF, as well as their spouses, widows and dependants.