dental problems
this might be a little bit random and sound stupid but i have 2 missing teeth from getting punched in the face and dentist haven't helped me with it, will this stop me from joining / failing my medical or even cause issues down the line after joining ( sorry if this is not the right place to ask )
Eligibility advice, Medical
03 February, 2026 20:04
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Career Path
Hypothetically, if soldier X completes his phase 1 training & therefore becomes a gunner, sapper, or whatever youcallit, after how many years do you think he will then be able to move to a higher rank, or gather up those specific type of skills requisite for an engineering job in a civilian life?
Career development, Career progression
03 February, 2026 20:05
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How do applications to the Royal Engineers work?
I am interested in the EOD&S role in the royal engineers, but on the army's site it says that you apply to the group rather than the role. Does this mean that I could apply for EOD&S and potentially end up doing something completely different?
Applications, Application process
07 February, 2026 16:49
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harrogate- can i leave? do i learn specific things?
I'm a 17 year old girl who will be attending Harrogate army foundation in March, and I have some questions I cannot find online. If I want to be an engineer in the army, will I learn things specific to that role? Can I leave once I turn 18 in October or will I have to stay?
Eligibility advice, Eligibility
03 February, 2026 19:51
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Rejoining
I am looking to rejoin but I have been told that I am unsuccessful for this reason :
“ You are on JPA as having a regular reservist contract from: 27/01/2024.”
Please can someone elaborate what this means ?
Applications, Application issues
03 February, 2026 19:53
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I want to find out about the Army Reserves
I am enquiring on behalf of a customer of mine, Alfie. Alfie is autistic and is supported by Surrey Choices to help him with his job search and applications etc. He is a very capable, intelligent and ambitious young man and has suggested that he would like to enquire about joining the Army Reserves with the intention of joining the Army full time further down the line. Alfie lives in Caterham, Surrey has now finished his education and is keen to start a life long career. I believe there is an Army Reserve centre in Coulsdon which would be perfect for him. How would he go about applying for this and what are the entry requirements?
Eligibility advice, Eligibility
03 February, 2026 19:54
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My son has just been told he's PMU he had steroids at age 5 & 6 for viral induced wheeze
My son has just been told he's PMU he had steroids at age 5 & 6 for viral induced wheeze with blue inhaler as per school guidelines. He was coded wrong by a medical receptionist in 2013 for asthma which was corrected by GP.
also he had a vacant episode when he was 4 never had any problems since, consultant at the time said he was probably just not listening while watching tv.
The vacant episode wasn't included in the first refusal so we didn't know to get any medical evidence to prove what had actually happened, is there any way to appeal the appeal as all episodes where over 10 years ago he is now 16 and completely fit and healthy, which his GP confirmed in her appeal letter.
Eligibility advice, Medical
03 February, 2026 19:55
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Grenadier Guards
I am a 5'5 female and have seen everywhere that I must be at least 5'10 - 5'11 to be a Grenadier Guard, is this true or can I still be one with my height?
Eligibility advice, Eligibility
03 February, 2026 19:58
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Officer role- closest to infantry?
I will hopefully be joining as an officer, and I cannot decide what to specialise in. Currently I am thinking either RMP, Medical Corps or Intelligence. I would like to be deployed and be close to combat in my career. Which of these (or any other role not mentioned) will let me see/involve combat?
Role, Role description
03 February, 2026 20:02
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