Defence Infrastructure Organisation
@mod_dio
Discover how DIO enables the Armed Forces to live, work, train and deploy at home and overseas. We are part of the UK Ministry of Defence @DefenceHQ.
Don't forget to sign up for our SFA roadshows in South West England this week. You'll get the chance to share your experiences of SFA, hear the latest updates from DIO, @PinnacleSF and @VIVODefence and get your questions answered. Sign up here: defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/events/
Our Housing Officers are here to support you and your family, especially during key moments like move-in and move-out. 🏡 Find your local contact here: pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/your-housing-o… Or call us on 0800 031 8628 (option 4). #MilitaryHousing #HousingSupport
Every family living in a military home now has a named housing officer they can contact to support them. This is part of our Consumer Charter promise for better and clearer communications with military families. Find out more here - defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/how-to-contact…
Our SFA roadshows are coming to the South West next week! 🏡 You'll be able to share your experiences of Service Family Accommodation, hear the latest updates from DIO, @PinnacleSF and @VIVODefence, and get your questions answered. Sign up here: defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/events/
🐝 If bees are swarming outside your property, it’s best to avoid the area as they typically move on within a couple of hours. 📞 If you find an active wasp or bees nest inside or outside your property, call us on us on 0800 031 8628. ☀️ For more summer SFA tips visit:…
Beginning today, #ArmedForcesWeek reconnects the nation with those who serve. 🇬🇧 It showcases the best of military life - from the unrivalled opportunities of a military career, to the extraordinary individuals keeping us safe. 🔥 👉 Find out more: armedforcesday.org.uk
🐜 Did you know the majority of cases of ants, bugs and beetles can be dealt with using off-the-shelf treatments available in supermarkets? If there is an active nest inside your property, contact us on 0800 031 8628. Ants are typically dealt with within 12 working days. ☀️For…
Last week, the new football pitch & tennis courts we & @VIVODefence built for @DMS_MilMed were opened at Whittington. Our Chief Exec Mike Green joined Wg Cdr Sharon Wheeler & local MP Sarah Edwards for the opening, which was followed by the first football match on the new pitch.
If you’re visiting MOD land this summer remember the military train 24/7. Just because you can’t see them doesn’t mean they’re not there. Follow our guidance to stay safe #RespectTheRange #MilitaryTraining ow.ly/US4050WtiEU
Every family living in a military home now has a named housing officer they can contact to support them. This is part of our Consumer Charter promise for better and clearer communications with military families. Find out more here - defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/how-to-contact…
Construction is officially underway on a new 50-bed accommodation block at RAF Cosford! 🏗️ This £12m project will be delivered by @Reds10 and will provide improved living spaces for RAF personnel based at the site. Read more: gov.uk/government/new…
Construction of the new Catterick Integrated Care Centre is progressing well! Contractor @Tilbury_douglas is working on the large joint project between the MOD and @NHSuk. The project will provide medical care for service personnel, their families and local civilians.
Our Head of Overseas and Training, Brigadier Gavin Hatcher, recently visited the team at Braunton Burrows Training Area during Exercise Catamaran. Read more: insidedio.blog.gov.uk/2025/07/01/nat…
In our blog for Armed Forces Week, Colonel Rob Guest shares how his role supports around 11,000 Army Cadets - and how DIO enables major events such as Ten Tors. Read more: insidedio.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/27/sup… #ArmedForcesWeek
We had an amazing response to our Future of Defence Housing questionnaire. Thank you! 🙏It offered serving personnel and families the chance to influence change in military housing policy for decades to come. Hear what AFF’s Housing Specialist Cat Calder has to say 👇
There are over two million veterans in the UK. We reflect on the dedication and sacrifices of our veterans, uncovering career highlights, the skills they bring to DIO and what it's like leaving the Service: ow.ly/B2sa50WfsKy #ArmedForcesWeek #Veterans #SupportingOurHeroes
Today we're shining a light on one of our reservists. Read how he brings civilian expertise to his military role while using his leadership skills to strengthen our work here at DIO: insidedio.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/25/res… #ArmedForcesWeek #ReservistLife
On a sunny day in Birmingham, Babs from @WRACAssociation met with Army Maj Charlotte Robertson to discuss their differing experiences on being a woman in Defence for #ArmedForcesWeek. @BritishArmy Watch it here: ow.ly/Kg7l50WfjFl
We proudly support overseas training across a diverse set of sites. This enables the Armed Forces to develop their skills and be able to defend the nation no matter the climate or terrain. During #ArmedForcesWeek, we want to highlight this enormous task: insidedio.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/23/cel…
We are proud to have worked with our partners to unlock land at Ripon Barracks for 1,300 new homes!
We’ve acquired Ripon Barracks from @DefenceHQ. Redevelopment of the site will include 1,300 new homes, a primary school, community centre, sports facilities and more. 🏠 Find out more: gov.uk/government/new…
A vital infrastructure upgrade at Castlelaw Ranges in Scotland 🏴 has significantly improved safety, access and the overall effectiveness of military training operations. Together with @landmarcNEWS this has been a well-delivered project 👏 #DIODelivers
