CivvyStreet Magazine

14/01/2026

PSNI: Make It a Career

This is readiness. Prepared for whatever the day brings, where training meets reality.

This is focus and teamwork, protecting our people, our communities, our home.

A path of growth for those who are ready, with confidence through training and a future of opportunity. Make it a career with PSNI.

Recruitment website for the Police Service of Northern Ireland. Start a career with us, discover your potential and make a difference.

13/01/2026

Nottinghamshire Police has welcomed many ex-military personnel who’ve chosen to join the force as their next career path.

From frontline officers to support staff, there are a number of opportunities available to those looking for a civilian career.

Discover how a Royal Navy veteran successfully transitioned to a fulfilling career in Nottinghamshire Police, making an impact in community safety and offender management.

11/01/2026

Looking for a career with purpose? Become a Prison Officer.

Looking for a career where you can use your existing skills to make a difference? Join Scottish Prison Service in a role that goes beyond security and embark on a career that is both demanding and deeply rewarding. Help to shape lives, support rehabilitation and contribute to creating safer communities within Scotland.

Looking for a career where you can use your existing skills to make a difference? Join us in a role that goes beyond security and embark on a career that is both demanding and deeply rewarding. Help to shape lives, support rehabilitation and contribute to creating safer communities within Scotland.

18/12/2025

NHS Scotland’s Armed Forces Talent Programme is here to guide your next step.

From families to fast-jet pilots, spouses to soldiers, young people to Yeomanry — no matter your background, your skills are transferable. The NHS is a place where teamwork, resilience, leadership, adaptability, and compassion are recognised and valued.

What the Programme Off ers
• Paid and Unpaid Placement Opportunities
• Interactive Webinars
• Personalised Support

Spend just 2 minutes registering your interest, and they’ll do the legwork— sending opportunities, events, and updates direct to your inbox.

Register your interest here:

09/12/2025

First Bus is looking for talented, dedicated people to make a difference across its 60+ UK depots. From Aberdeen to Weymouth, there’s a role where your skills and values can shine.

Explore First Bus Careers and join a team that values your skills. With 60+ UK depots, we support growth and welcome Service-leavers and Veterans to thrive.

02/12/2025

Discover how service leavers can transition into construction and utilities with accredited training from Pragmatic Consulting Ltd. Build skills, confidence and a new career.

Discover how service leavers can transition into construction and utilities with accredited training from Pragmatic Consulting. Build skills, confidence and a new career.

12/11/2025

In light of renewed rumours about cuts to pension tax-free lump sums, Forces Pension Society CEO, Maj Gen Neil Marshall has written to the Treasury, warning of the risks such changes could bring.

https://civvystreetmagazine.co.uk/2025/11/forces-pension-society-challenges-threat-to-pension-tax-free-lump-sum/

09/11/2025

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them

03/11/2025

After 11 years as a Royal Engineer, Andy Darby was concerned about the transition from the Military to owning his own business. Although it seemed daunting, by following the proven ChipsAway business model and taking advantage of the available training and support, Andy enjoyed a very smooth transition.

From Forces to Franchising – A ChipsAway case study Off By Mia Craven After 11 years as a Royal Engineer, Andy Darby was concerned about the transition from the Military to owning his own business. Although it seemed daunting, by following the proven ChipsAway business model and taking advantage o...

23/10/2025

Nottinghamshire Police has welcomed many ex-military personnel who’ve chosen to join the force as their next career path.

From frontline officers to support staff, there are a number of opportunities available to those looking for a civilian career.

Nottinghamshire Police has welcomed many ex-military personnel who’ve chosen to join the force as their next career path Off By Mia Craven From frontline officers to support staff, there are a number of opportunities available to those looking for a civilian career.  Finding a new purpose Dave Ni...

10/10/2025

Pocket Living offers 100% ownership of compact one bedroom homes to first time buyers at a 20% discount.

Pocket is an innovative property developer that creates well-designed, local and affordable 38m2 homes sold at a 20% discount. There’s no complicated shared ownership or staircasing. Buyers own 100% of their home from day one and there is no extra rent to pay.

Own your own Pocket home in London Off By Mia Craven Pocket offers 100% ownership of compact one bedroom homes to first time buyers at a 20% discount For most Londoners, buying a home near where they currently live, within a reasonable commute to work, seems impossible. High living costs are pushing...

08/10/2025

Have you considered volunteering?

Army Cadets UK is one of the UK’s largest voluntary youth organisations, giving thousands of young people the chance to challenge themselves, make friends, and develop skills that will serve them for life. Behind the badges and berets, however, are the adults who make it all possible: Cadet Force Adult Volunteers

Passing It On: How Veterans can inspire the next generation as Cadet Force Adult Volunteers Off By Mia Craven The Army Cadets is one of the UK’s largest voluntary youth organisations, giving thousands of young people the chance to challenge themselves, make friends, and develop skills that will se...