Submariners Association AGM
The Submariners Association Held their AGM IN Belfast on the 23rd of March 2024. The AGM was part of a family weekend/reunion, that was supported by a £6000 grant from The Submarine Family Chairman Iain Mckenzie opened the meeting that was attended by delegates from branches all over the UK. During the meeting, President Cdre […]
Friends and family gather for HMS Vengeance homecoming
This weekend, the friends and family of HMS Vengeance personnel were rejoicing as they welcomed their loved ones back home from deployment. The homecoming celebration is an important event that not only allows families to reunite with their loved ones but also serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those in the Royal […]
£560 Million investment to modernise nuclear submarine supporting more than 1,000 jobs
One of the UK’s ballistic missile submarines – HMS VICTORIOUS – will be modernised under a new £560 million contract following an agreement with Babcock. £560 million contract awarded for HMS VICTORIOUS maintenance in Plymouth Defence Secretary announces boost to the local economy which will support 1,000 jobs Follows huge investment in Western Europe’s largest […]
Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin extended in post
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Defence Secretary Grant Shapps confirm that Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin will be extended in post until autumn 2025. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Defence Secretary Grant Shapps are pleased to confirm Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin will be extended in his […]
Unvieling of Help Jim’s Story Bench in HMNB Clyde.
MILITARY and civilian personnel recently gathered outside the HMS Neptune Supermess for the unveiling of a Reflection Bench in honour of a Royal Navy submariner.Captain James Simpson, known as Jim to family and friends, joined the Royal Navy in January 2000. Starting his career as a Warfare Officer, he then joined the Submarine Service as […]
TSF and RNRMC visit to Warhead Project
Some of our team headed to Helensburgh today along with The Submarine Family to visit the Warhead Project – An art exhibition displaying Veteran’s artwork and highlighting how art therapies are particularly effective for military personnel who have experienced trauma, as they allow individuals to work through their experiences in a non-verbal way.The exhibition is […]
Modernised Accommodation Offer (Previously New Accommodation Offer)
Starting from March 2024, the MOD will begin introducing a new accommodation offer for our armed forces. Overview Starting from March 2024, the MOD will begin introducing a modernised accommodation offer for our armed forces. The planned changes are intended to modernise accommodation entitlements, improve the standard of Single Living Accommodation, support for home ownership […]
HMS Victorious’ £560m refit to ready her for future operations
Submarine HMS Victorious will return to the Royal Navy modernised and ready for future operations thanks to a half a billion pound life extension programme. Babcock and the UK’s Submarine Delivery Agency have agreed a contract worth an estimated £560m to deliver the planned deep maintenance and future-proofing of the Vanguard-class boat. The nuclear submarine […]
Launch of ‘Sail Together’
Greenwich Hospital and the Royal Naval Sailing Association (RNSA) are delighted to announce the launch of an exciting new project that will provide free sailing opportunities for children of families of personnel serving in the Royal Navy, Royal Marines and Royal Fleet Auxiliary. The RNSA, the charity that provides the sport of sailing for the […]
The Submarine Family Help Fund JR’s Mess in Barrow-In-Furness
MESS MATTERS. As the junior rates mess for HMS Agamemnon we wanted to take a positive and forward approach toward building an inclusive mess that everyone could enjoy for different reasons. This will continue to be utilised by all future generating platforms operating out of Barrow-in-Furness. We received combined funding from RNRMC and […]
