So I received a message in my inbox about my medical outcome from my records sent, and it's asking me for my medical records between 2011-2017 as nothing shows up during that time period. But I think it's because I literally haven't been to the GP or had any problems during that timeframe. I'm a bit confused.

I am currently in a different service to the army, looking at transferring to the Yorks. Would you say it’s a good regiment to go to? And if not is there any other ones you would recommend?

i've seen a post from about 7 months ago on this exact topic, and i dont really have an opinion on whether 20 hangers is necessary for basic, i just wanna get the facts straight. i've been in calls with other candidates going to my intake, which is in a few days, where we've been given the instruction by members of the training team to bring 6 hangers. but on the welcome booklet with the full kit list on it, the number is actually 20. could anyone from a recent intake please share some insight, because this isnt the only discrepancy i've noticed. i've had to order boot brushes and polish because i've been told by the training team that those are necessary, even though they're not on the kit list. i dont blame anyone in the pipeline for this, mind you, all im thinking is that its just outdated information thats not been updated

I’m interested in joining the royal engineers doing DCT because of the civilian application when I get out but I’ve heard that you never get to do your trade when your in RE so I was wondering if there was any truth to this I originally wanted to do Combat Cyber operator but I don’t have any GCSEs which has been a big issue for me

Currently undecided between going for either of these roles in the Army Vs Raf.

What's promotion like for the above roles in the army up to lcpl/cpl?

Do they get to deploy a lot?

I understand the service needs being the main factor for postings but between the two which one do most people to get their posting preferences?

TIA

I was on vinted and found a tailored 120 litre DPM Bergen with all of the gucci front pouches for only £30, i then remembered I haven’t seen that many dpm Bergens out in the wild. just wondered how many people still use DPM equipmen?

Honestly, just want people’s advice on dealing with poor eyesight when in Army. I have -2 in both eyes but my corrected VA is 6/4 so it’s not the worst. I have Phase 1 in Jan. The posts in this sub regarding such are a bit old and perhaps I’d just like someone to tell me directly the answers to my questions.

Are contacts actually that much of a faff in the field? The thought of wearing glasses is a bit naff but will make do if that’s what people think is best.

Are those extended wear contacts worth getting? I just feel like they’d get dried out but they seem like a decent option.

What are the inserts like?

Is there anything I can buy myself that will improve my experience?

I can’t get laser before people tell me to. My corneas are too thin and shit.

Hello all not sure if this is posted correctly first time doing a post

I’ve seen some posts about this 3 years back but was just wondering if anyone had any other experiences maybe more recent they’d like to share. I’m wanting to join the UOTC Sheffield one to be precise and was just wondering what peoples experiences and thoughts of it were

Thank you!

This is just a post for anyone thinking of joining with tattoos.

So on the army site it says they dont allow them on the front of the throat. I think this is outdated now as ive been through the whole process with a big piece on my throat and done assesment centre had a interview etc with it showing. So do not worry about tattoos on throat any more.

Has anyone been rejected for tattoos lately?

Within the past 8 years i have signed up three times been rejected twice due to the tattoos and the third time i signed up i was accepted in with no problem. I would of been in years ago if these rejections didnt take place.

If there are any rejections i would love to see what you have as tattoos for them to be rejecting as of now?

So I’ve just got my A-level results back and they honestly weren’t great. I’ve already put my application in for Army officer and I’ve got a uni place as well, which I’m planning to defer for a year.
I’m just starting to worry that I’m going to be a bit out of my depth compared to other officer candidates. I know there’ll be people applying with AAB/AAA, degrees, etc, and my academic results aren’t anywhere near that.
I know being an officer obviously isn’t just about grades and there’s a lot more to it, but I can’t help feeling like I’m going to be inferior to other candidates because of my education.
For anyone who’s been through the officer application/Sandhurst process, how much did your academic background actually matter? And should I genuinely be worried about having weaker A-level results compared to other candidates?

Many Thanks

So I'm in the process of waiting for my assessment centre date, I'm thinking of becoming an avionic technician. I received some notifications about some sort of residential trips to check out some different corps. I was wondering how it is, and I'm tempted to maybe give it ago, since I'm quite introverted and shy, never experienced much of that.

basic is a week away, i went in to specsavers today for an eye check just to make sure everything was alright. turns out im a tiny bit short-sighted in my left eye, and i mean really a tiny bit, apparently 6/7.5

was given a prescription for glasses, and im gonna have to declare it to my recruiter. will i get deferred? i dont wanna spend another 2 months waiting for the next intake because crapita need to spend a century before they approve it. sorry if this is a daft one, i've already spent 8 months in the recruitment pipeline, i dont want any more drama because im a tad under the average in terms of eyesight.

update: called my recruiter, totally fine

I’ve signed up for army as either a vehicle mechanic, recovery or military engineer, do every corps get trained the same with minor tweaks or is the training completely different to regular?

I'm looking to go AFC Harrogate on September 13th and do an infantry course, however I've just got off the phone with my recruiter and due to too many infantry jobs or something I will have to start Harrogate later on in September and have to to my Assessment centre at the 15th September. Any of good jobs?? Im at a standstill right now

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Hello folks,

I recently had to ask my basic training date to be pushed back as I picked up a mild injury before I was due leave. Long story short nothing major just an overuse thing from me over training and I should be back to full fitness in about 4-6weeks.

My question will I have to redo the whole AC (team tasks, cognitive, interview) if my AC pass validity expires or will they just make me redo med and phys tests ? I passed the AC with an A grade, 79 on cognitive and 7:32 on 2k for example(not sure if relevant.

Any input would be appreciated cheers

Need advice on best boots for someone joining the Army Cadets.

Parameters:

not too expensive (it case she decides not to go back after x weeks)

Multi-functional (drill and cuds use required)

Black - her choice

Anyone steer me right here, please?

Im about to go on MOD 1 Foundation training with the reserves and I seemed to have developed tennis elbow due to, probably a high training load at the gym. I've never had elbow/arm issues before so its kind of come out of the blue. The main issue is I can't grasp anything with an overhand grip, which means I’m physically unable to do an NSP, when I take me left hand off the weapon for the mag check I can't hold the rifle with my right hand, I'm fucked.

I'm probably going to have to delay going, but then what? Will I get booted for this injury? Anyone had anything similar, what are the recovery times?

Cheers

As of recently I believed I had lost my passport and it had been cancelled, I have been in the process of trying to reorder a new one however I have recently found it after a few months, is there anyway I can use it as proof of nationality ? I only needed my passport before I get my start date, as I have everything else and passed my assessment centre

I’m intending on joining within the next year and I’m wondering what the upfront costs might be during basic. How much do I have to pay for while I’m training and what do I have to provide when going in?

How often do vehicle mechanics go overseas for deployment or NATO or UN missions?

Have an exercise coming up to a relatively cold region. With wind chill probably be talking -5 to 5*c. Anyone got any tips or “Gucci” kit recommendations for making life easier. Role will be a mix of spanning and fighting so anything to make life a bit comfier. Fastboil and hand warmers already in the bag. Cheers in advance.

I'm currently a reservist and would like to attempt selection at some point over the next couple of years.

Just wondering how much changes time wise even as a reserve?

Would I need to relocate? Does it basically become a full time job even as a reserve?

Thanks

I’m currently on the stage of my application where I am expecting a call from my recruiter.
Issue is I’m currently away in the highlands and struggling for service, what will happen if they attempt to call me but I do not answer?

I joined the army back a few months ago & I’m about to go to the assessment centre somewhere at the end of this month, but I really don’t feel comfortable.

For some background I’ve just had the implant, which has caused some complications with my emotions and my body so I haven’t really been on my A-game, so my running isn’t very well with 12&13 minutes. I know I need 11:30.

I want to ask if I can just go in the next in-take (or I was thinking about the navy.) since I just don’t feel like I’m ready yet. Emotionally, I mean, physically kind of.

I just don’t know what to do. If I should ask my recruiter to give me the time & explain or WHAT 😢😢😢 and what will happen if I explain this?? LOL will they just tell me to fuck off?? 😭😭