Annual Report ROLE
The role of the RAF Families Federation is to provide an independent voice for all RAF Service personnel – Regular and Reserve, married, single or in a partnership - and their families. Our evidence is presented to RAF and MoD staffs, as well as ministers across government in order to provide a snapshot of current issues and to help support the delivery of future policies. The Federation provides a signposting service for those who need advice and guidance with a problem or query and we work closely with RAF HQ Air Community Support Staff, the MoD, organisations such as the RAF Association, RAF Benevolent Fund, SSAFA, Other Government Departments (OGD), NHS, private companies and, especially, with local authorities in support of the AF Covenant.
OVERVIEW
This report covers the period Jan – Dec 16 and summarises our activities during the year, the issues we have heard about and our intent for 2017.
During 2016, we found many of our people to be less accepting and more frustrated with the issues that concern them most. We have sensed a real and palpable weariness of perceived ‘more jam tomorrow’ policies and decisions, coupled with a demand for honesty and tangible improvement. However, in meeting the Defence People Vision of sufficient, capable and motivated people and, despite these issues, our personnel and their families remain resilient, pragmatic and dedicated: When we ask people if they are enjoying life in the RAF, a consistent 75 – 80% respond positively.
The issues we heard most about in 2016 were:
• Accommodation • Manpower availability versus Operational Tempo • Childcare and its impact • Pay
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