Further details on all these stories can be found on the federation website at
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Herrick Drawdown Allowance
A new taxable HERRICK Drawdown Allowance (HDA) is being introduced to compensate personnel for the combination of austere conditions during longer tours and uncertainty.
Farewell to Rheindahlen
Farewell events to mark the closure of Joint Headquarters (JHQ) Rheindahlen have taken place.
RAF FF Pay Survey Report
Your feedback on PAY is now on our website and will be presented to the AFPRB. Please see article on page 31.
Future Force 2020
The white paper marks a significant step forward as the MoD changes its relationship with reservists, their families and employers.
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Increase in PAX Premiums
Personal accident cover will show a premium increase from 1 Jan 14.
RAF Northolt wins Trophy
The prestigious Stainforth Trophy has been presented to RAF Northolt by CAS.
Korean War remembered
A parade and service of thanksgiving has been held at Westminster Abbey to mark 60 years since the signing of the Korean War armistice.
RAF Man of Speed
The Bloodhound Supersonic Car project is on course to break the 1000mph land speed barrier in 2015. Wg Cdr Andy Green will drive!
New Immigration rules for Families
New rules have been put in place to ensure personnel are not disadvantaged by immigration rules and family members can integrate into society.
Tightening of rules affects recruits
The government has announced that UK residency rules for new Armed Forces recruits have been reviewed.
Libyan Forces UK training
The Foreign Secretary has confirmed that up to 2,000 personnel from the Libyan Armed Forces are to be trained in the UK.
Scottish
Changes to start-up loans
Around 4% of service leavers go on to set up their own businesses. It is hoped these numbers will increase following changes announced to start-up loans.
Typhoon Biggest ever mission
The RAF has completed the biggest training mission ever undertaken by its Typhoon force.
Independence
The House of Commons Defence Committee has held its fourth and final evidence session into possible Scottish independence.
“Instructors are Awesome”
Reservist officers from seven countries have visited RAFC Cranwell, to experience the RAF’s approach to leadership training and have been hugely impressed by the teaching.
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