Forces Pension Society

04/09/2026

📢 Pension Awareness Week | 14-18 September | Tax & Armed Forces Pensions

Join our second webinar for the MOD on Tax and Armed Forces Pensions. Find out how key tax considerations can affect your pension and future financial planning. A valuable session for any serving personnel wanting to better understand their pension benefits.

Joining details are now live. No need to register just make a note in your calendar and join at the link on our website on the day.

➡️ https://forcespensionsociety.org/event/tax-armed-forces-pensions/

🌟 Your Service. Your Pension. Your Future.

04/09/2026

📢 Pension Awareness Week | 14-18 September

💡As part of our programme, we will host a webinar for the MOD on AFPS 15. Learn about the scheme's key benefits, how your pension builds over time, and why understanding it early can help you make informed decisions about your future. A great opportunity for all Serving personnel!

Joining details are now live. No need to register just make a note in your calendar and join at the link on the day.

➡️ https://forcespensionsociety.org/event/afps15-presentation-for-the-ministry-of-defence/

03/09/2026

Join us at the Forces Transition Group Ltd Live Transition Day in Cheltenham on 15 Sep.

Got a pension question you've been meaning to ask? Visit our team and get the information and support you need to make informed decisions about your future.

Register here 👉 https://ftgjobfairs.com/ftg-transition-day/

🚀 STEP OFF SERVICE AND INTO OPPORTUNITY! 🚀

Attention all Service Leavers, Veterans, Blue Light Professionals, and Military Spouses!

Think civilian transition means navigating a corporate minefield on your own? Think again. It’s time to stop guessing what civilian employers want and come ask them face-to-face.

The countdown is ON for the Forces Transition Group Live Transition Day!

📍 Where: Cheltenham Town Hall
📅 When: Tuesday 15th September 2026 (Doors open at 08:30)
🎟️ Cost: 100% FREE!

Why should you be in the room?

💼 Zero Fluff, Total Action:
Skip the endless online applications. Have real, direct conversations with hiring managers and training providers who actually understand what pressure-tested leadership and problem-solving look like.

🤝 Pre-Booked Interviews:
Want to be "The Hunter"? You can pre-book 1-to-1 interview slots on the FTG website right now within the industries you want. Some companies are even hiring on the day!

🌐 Incredible Industries:
Explore massive opportunities across defence, engineering, technology, infrastructure, logistics, public services, and much more.

☕ Camaraderie & Connections:
It’s basically the ultimate mix of career growth, professional networking, and good old-fashioned military banter.

Whether you are approaching your resettlement date, have already transitioned, or are supporting a loved one through the process, this day is built to get results.

Secure your free spot, and let's make your next career chapter a massive win.

👉Use the link to register right now!
https://ftgjobfairs.com

02/09/2026

📣 FPS MEMBERS! We're pleased to invite Forces Pension Society members to our webinar week, taking place from 7-11 September.

Across five sessions, our trusted partners will explore some of the key pension and financial issues facing members today - whether you're still serving, approaching retirement, already drawing your pension or planning for the future.

☑️ All webinars are free to attend. Register at the link.

➡️ https://forcespensionsociety.org/2026/07/member-webinar-week-expert-insights/

Expert insights on the topics that matter most

01/09/2026

📢 The latest MOD RSS update reports that 99,077 statements have now been issued.

The update also provides further detail on outstanding cases, complex pension circumstances affecting delivery times, and deferred members who cannot currently be traced.

We maintain pressure on the MOD to provide greater clarity on timescales and ensure the concerns of affected members are heard.

Read the full update 👉 https://ow.ly/ptQM50ZHKpO

The latest MOD update shows that 99,077 Remediable Service Statements (RSSs) have now been issued to Armed Forces Pension Scheme members.

28/08/2026

Pension Overpayments: This morning our CEO joined BBC Breakfast and BBC Radio 4 Today to discuss the Armed Forces pension overpayment issue.

In his interview Neil emphasised that:

"Those organisations reponsible for these errors are not being held accountable... the MOD should review it's decision on overpayment recovery"

🎧 Click the image below to listen to the BBC Radio 4 interview.

And if you missed the BBC Breakfast segment featuring a veteran directly affected by the issue, you can watch it here:

🔗https://youtu.be/pNFIvPP4gkI

25/08/2026

Our 6 Key Challenges for 2026 - Progress Report

How is the Society delivering against its six key challenges? Our CEO shares an update on the progress made and the ongoing work to support members.

Read the full report below

➡️ https://forcespensionsociety.org/2026/08/our-6-challenges-for-2026-progress-report/

21/08/2026

It's Friday, so here's a quick question for our Armed Forces community...

Your Armed Forces pension is one of the most valuable benefits you've earned through service, yet it's easy to put reviewing it on tomorrow's to-do list. When did you last review yours?

This weekend, take a moment to think about your future self. Whether you're serving, transitioning, or retired, our website offers information and resources to help you better understand your pension. 👉 https://forcespensionsociety.org/

19/08/2026

📣 Have your say! The RAF Families Federation , Army Families Federation & Naval Families Federation are seeking views on pay, allowances and other financial aspects of military life. Your feedback can help inform positive change across the Armed Forces community. Questionnaire in link below ⬇️

Have your say on Armed Forces Pay!

The RAF Families Federation is seeking feedback from all personnel and their spouses/partners to help inform our evidence submission to the Armed Forces’ Pay Review Body (AFPRB).

We want to hear your views on:
💰 Military pay
📦 The impact of Service mobility on your finances
🏠 Your personal or family financial situation
📈 The impact of cost-of-living pressures

Your experiences will help ensure the voices of RAF personnel and families are heard by decision-makers and key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Defence.

About the questionnaire:
✅ Anonymous
✅ Takes around 5 minutes to complete
✅ Open from 20 July – 14 September 2026

Take part here: https://www.raf-ff.org.uk/surveys/questionnaires/

Also see the first comment below for a link to the questionnaire.⤵️

18/08/2026

Growing National Attention on Veterans Facing Pension Repayment Demands: the spotlight on this issue continues.

Following recent media coverage, The i paper has become the latest publication to report on veterans being ordered to repay pension overpayments worth tens of thousands of pounds.

Behind every headline is a veteran and their family facing uncertainty about their financial future. Increased scrutiny is important, but what veterans need most is a better administered pension scheme.

As national attention increases, so does the need for a fair resolution for those affected. We will continue to make that case.

Read the full article and further comment from our Chief Operating Officer, Matthew Lowe:

➡️ https://inews.co.uk/inews-lifestyle/money/military-veterans-ordered-repay-overpaid-pensions-4700314