The Veterans Pain Clinic is free of charge to all veterans who are able to provide proof of service. The costs will be covered by the Hospitals’ Military Grants Fund charity.
The consultant is Dr Dominic Aldington. Having served in the Royal Army Medical Corps he was the Subject Matter Expert in Pain to the Surgeon General and was responsible for organising pain relief from the point of injury until a casualty left the service.
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Read moreThe sixth Armed Forces Covenant annual report has been presented to parliament, showing good progress on providing support for the Armed Forces Community.
The Covenant is a promise from the nation ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly.
Read moreThe RACPD is a leading provider of nationally recognised civilian qualifications to the Royal Artillery, other Service personnel and the wider Defence community including reservists, veterans and dependants. They are also a charity.
Read moreThe annual Not Forgotten Association Christmas Party at St. James’s Palace signals the start of the festive season. It almost feels as though the State Apartments’ opulent, red and gold setting was designed specifically for Christmas celebrations, as it never fails to put everyone is a mood of great cheer and merriment. Those who visit leave feeling joyful with lasting memories made of a wonderful and very special afternoon.
This year was no exception as nearly 300 guests were hosted by HRH The Duchess of Gloucester, who took a considerable amount of time to meet and talk with many of those in attendance.
Read moreAs well as celebrating our very special 2017 award-winners, our Soldiering on Awards Chrismtas card also contains an important notice – the date we will be announcing the 2018 Awards Finalists – 10th January 2018 – The Soldiering on Awards team wish you all seasonal good cheer and a very Happy New Year!
Read moreThe Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) have created a festive advent calendar that gives supporters a chance to win a selection of charity giveaways.
Participants of the charity’s generous seasonal giveaway have 15 opportunities to win an array of Royal Navy and Royal Marines themed gifts.
By visiting the charity’s website, entrants can simply click open the doors to the RNRMC advent calendar to be in with a chance to win items such as; an HMS Queen Elizabeth Xmas Tree Decoration, famous RNRMC Carrier Bag, Festive Sports Top, Sailor’s Cushion, Beer and Band CDS amongst many others wonderful items.
Read moreThe hard work and commitment of Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) supporters was celebrated with a presentation by Her Royal Highness Princess Anne.
As the national charity of the Royal Naval Service, the RNRMC is reliant upon a vital network of loyal supporters who help ensure it achieves its charitable goals.
The Supporters Reception, hosted at Trinity House in London, celebrated the commitment undertaken by the charity’s volunteers, fundraisers and corporate sponsors.
As Patron of the RNRMC, HRH Princess Anne was in attendance to award a select group of supporters with framed achievement certificates that recognised their individual efforts.
Read moreThe Soldiering On Awards independent panel have deliberated over the many nominations received across 12 Awards categories including 3 new business awards in partnership with X-Forces.
Soldiering On Awards President and Co-Chair of Judges General the Lord Dannatt GCB CBE MC DL said, “The Soldiering On Awards enable all areas of our community to come together and recognise outstanding achievements in support of the Armed Forces Community. What a privilege to have judged the Awards winners from such a rich list of nominations – all winners in their own way!”
Read moreBryony Fuller, one of the first female officers to graduate from RAF College Cranwell, is leading a new campaign encouraging Service leavers and their dependants to contact the OA for assistance should they need advice or financial help.
The Wiltshire based former officer broke her neck, back and spinal cord after she fell down the stairs, an accident that left her paralysed on the floor for 30 hours. Bryony spent 12 weeks in the Intensive Care Unit followed by nine months recovering on a spinal injury ward.
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Afghanistan support
In light of recent events in Afghanistan, please find information and support resources here
