Local support

Accommodation and housing

Get assistance with all stages of the relocation process, whether you’re going to Service Families Accommodation (SFA) or private housing. You’ll have access to information about your new area and get support if you need it.

If you’re visiting an area on holiday or to attend an event, you could also get Short Term Families Accommodation.

Transport facilities

If you’re visiting a new area, you can access information about all the public transport that’s available.

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Leisure and sport facilities

We work closely with local councils so, wherever you are, you can access a range of civilian sports and leisure facilities on top of those offered by the Service.

Childcare

Early years childcare facilities are available at many units. You can also gain access to similar facilities if they are closer to your place of work.

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Adult education

If you’re looking to gain new qualifications, you can access long term courses or one-off training sessions locally. Partners of serving personnel can also access this service.

Deployment support

Deployment Information Packs are available, providing useful advice and guidance to the partners of Service personnel.

Your Information Officer can also help you get messages to and from deployed ships.

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Finance and legal

A wide range of financial support is available, from contact with third parties who specifically offer financial advice to Naval personnel, to information about Royal Navy benefits.

Discounts

The Defence Discount Service gives you access to exclusive deals on a variety of products and services. There may also be unit-specific offers available to you.