Some civvy misconceptions I've noted over the years--some as recent as last week*. Some are totally wrong, some are mixing up what used to be with present practice or US practice. Most civvies are astonished when put right.
Food and accom is free.
MQs/hirings (or whatever they are called this week) are free.
Forces don't pay Income Tax.
Forces don't pay Income Tax when deployed on Ops.*
Duty free booze/tobacco can be bought on Service bases.*
Fuel on base service stations is duty free.
Rail/air travel within UK is free.
No TV licence required.
If you get a medal then you receive a £500 annuity.
Laugh or cry?