E m e r g i n g I s s u e s EmergingIssues
The RAF Families Federation Annual Report
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ur Annual Report is now available to view on our website.
To receive a hard copy please contact the Federation.
THE RAF FAMILIES FEDERATION EVIDENCE REPORT
he Federation has produced a comprehensive report on the evidence
gathered during the 2009 workshops. Te report is available on our website.
PAX Insurance Premiums to Rise
GETTING ON THE PROPERTY LADDER
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he MoD has launched a bespoke £20m shared equity scheme for the Armed Forces. Te pilot is now open.
Taking Your Child Out of School during Post Operational Leave – Good News!
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ome schools have resisted requests to take pupils out of school during a parent’s POL. OFSTED advise
that these absences are now ‘authorised’. SUCCESS!
The Government Gives Ground on BFPO Closures
n response to a petition to No 10 and vehement views relayed by the 3
Families Federations the Government has now conceded on several fronts.
Spring 2010
rom 1 Mar 10 premiums for personal accident rise by 10% as claims are now exceeding
premiums.
Holidays for Children with Additional Needs
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SAFA are now taking registrations for their 2010 week-long fun
breaks which can prove life-changing experiences for youngsters.
‘Estate Agent Style’ D
E are now issuing an ‘estate agent style’ information sheet detailing
particulars of your next SFA including a photograph where possible.
REMAINING IN QUARTERS FOLLOWING BEREAVEMENT
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ersonnel whose entitlement to a quarter is lost because of
bereavement will now be offered an extension to entitlement.
New Guide to Living in SFA
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efence Estates have published a new guide to living in SFA.
CUSTOMISED HEALTHCARE FOR THE SERIOUSLY INJURED
he Government is to provide those preparing to leave the Services with serious injuries with a NHS
customised healthcare plan. STATE PENSION BOOST
pouses of members of Her Majesty’s forces on accompanied
postings overseas could get a State Pension boost from April 2010, but they must take action when the posting ends.
ADVICE ON THE INQUEST PROCESS
he Royal British Legion has secured funding for an
Independent Legal Advice Service. It will be offered to families following an in-Service death and will advise in particular on the inquest process.
Planning Round 10 is Going to be Tough
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he Air Force Board is aware that unit closures will be of great concern to many.
Every effort is being made to minimise unnecessary disruption to personnel and the communities.
Offer of
Assistance to Sort out Debt
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any Service families cite debt as a prevalent difficulty. The RBL,
RAFBF and CAB have set up a Benefits and Money Advice Service.
RUNNING THE LONDON MARATHON FOR RAFA
he Red Arrows team are running the London marathon for the RAF Assoc
Wings Appeal. To make a secure donation please go to
www.rafa.org.uk/reds
RBL POPPY BREAKS
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ree Easter and Summer Adventure Holidays are available
for children aged 12-17 from the serving/ex-serving community.
SPECIAL NEEDS AND DISABILITY SEMINAR
ervice families and professionals get together to discuss issues and
solutions. To attend please ring SSAFA: 020 7463 9234. Date: 12 May 10.
Further details on all these stories can be found on the Federation website at www.
raf-ff.org.uk. Click on ‘News’ block or search the site using key words.
www.raf-ff.org.uk
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