Young people in Britain will soon be offered the chance of a “gap year” through a new paid program in the armed forces, the government announced Saturday.

The UK is introducing a paid "military service experience program" for young people to address worsening personnel shortages. According to recent reports by U.S. CNN and others, the UK government ...

The UK Armed Forces has confirmed plans to introduce a ‘Gap Year’ Foundation Scheme for young people from March 2026.