We are the Highland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association.

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We are the Highland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association.

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We are the Highland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association.

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We are the Highland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association.

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Latest Bulletin

GOLD AWARD WINNERS

Congratulations to the nine organisations in the Highland RFCA area who had their commitment to the Armed Forces recognised at the 2024 Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Awards.

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WE URGENTLY NEED ADULT VOLUNTEERS – CAN YOU HELP?

With no military experience needed, all training provided, and the chance to earn from £1,000 or more a year, find out why most of our volunteers find the cadets one of the most rewarding things they’ve ever done.

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    We are the Highland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association.

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    The Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association for the Highlands is the organisation which facilitates, supports and promotes the Volunteer Reserve Forces of all three Armed Services and the three Cadet organisations in the region. It is one of thirteen RFCAs covering the UK.

    We are responsible for the wellbeing of the region’s Reserve Forces and Cadets, promoting the interests of the Armed Forces and building relationships with the local community and employers.

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    Reserves

    There are around 32,000 Volunteer Reservists in the UK. Coming from all backgrounds, regions and jobs, these are ordinary men and women who give up their time to train and serve alongside the Regular Forces.


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    Cadets

    The UK Service Cadet movement is one of the oldest and most successful voluntary youth organisations in the world. Sea Cadets (as the Naval Lads’ Brigade) began life in 1856, followed by the Army Cadet Force (as the Volunteers) in 1860. They were joined by the RAF Air Cadets (as the Air Training Corps) in 1941.


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    Latest News

    Supporting ex-Service personnel
    May 15, 2025
    Highland RFCA’s Defence Relationship Managers Hayley Munro and Ray Watt attended the Career Transition Partnership (CTP) Employment Fair at Murrayfield, Edinburgh, on 23 April. The event was designed primarily to support serving and ex-military personnel with the transition to civilian life by providing valuable resources, networking opportunities, and direct access to Forces-friendly employers with experience of hiring Veterans and Service
    Knockhill shows Armed Forces appreciation
    May 13, 2025
    Knockhill Racing Circuit held the first of two Armed Forces, NHS and Blue Light Appreciation Weekends on 5 and 6 April. Highland RFCA Defence Relationship Manager Ray Watt was in attendance, bringing Armed Forces-friendly employers to enjoy all the Scottish Championship Car Racing action on the Sunday in Fife. Multiple sectors were represented with guests from organisations including Cairngorm Group,
    HRFCA joins Stirling 900 celebrations
    May 9, 2025
    Highland RFCA was delighted to join the finale of Stirling’s 900th anniversary celebrations on 29 March. Thousands of people braved damp conditions to line the streets of Stirling to witness one of the largest pipe band parades ever seen in the city. The parade, led by the City of Stirling Pipe Band, stepped off at Stirling Castle before passing through
    Trailblazers in uniform
    May 7, 2025
    The history of women in the Army Cadets is a remarkable journey of progress and empowerment. Over the years, women have played an increasingly significant role in the  organisation, contributing to its growth and success.  Early beginnings The Army Cadet Force (ACF) in the UK was established in 1859. However, it wasn’t until the mid-20th century that women began to
    Veterans to benefit from new UK-wide support network
    May 6, 2025
    Veterans across the UK will have easier access to essential care and support under a new VALOUR system, as part of the Government’s commitment to renew the nation’s contract with those who have served through the Plan for Change.   £50m of funding will establish a new network of VALOUR-recognised support centres across the UK and and deploy Regional Field Officers
    High octane fun at ChamberFORCE Grand Prix
    May 1, 2025
    A group of Armed Forces-friendly employers and Service personnel took to the track at Knockhill Racing Circuit for an epic 100-lap Grand Prix-style karting event. Fife Chamber of Commerce organised the 27 March ChamberFORCE event in association with Highland RFCA in order to strengthen relationships between Chamber members and personnel from the single Services. HRFCA established the ChamberFORCE partnership programme
    42 cadets selected for highest honour
    April 29, 2025
    For 2025, 42 Lord-Lieutenants’ Cadets have been appointed across the 21 Lord Lieutenancies in the Highland RFCA area. The cadets (some of whom are pictured above) are drawn from the Sea Cadets (SCC), Royal Marines Cadets (RMC), Combined Cadet Force (CCF), Army Cadet Force (ACF) and Royal Air Force Air Cadets (RAFAC). The appointment is recognised as one of the
    Cadet’s lifesaving actions recognised
    April 23, 2025
    A cadet from 1st Battalion The Highlanders Army Cadet Force (ACF) has received recognition at the Scottish First Aid Awards. The lifesaving actions of Cadet Company Sergeant Major (CSM) John Bremner, from Halkirk Detachment, earned him the Young First Aid Hero for 2025 from St Andrew’s First Aid at the ceremony held on 28 March in Glasgow. CSM Bremner (17)

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      Royal Marines
      Army Reserves
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      Cadets

      Sea Cadets
      Army Cadets
      RAF Cadets
      Combined Cadet Force