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June 26, 2026
DIO Update: Publication of NAO Report on the repurchase of the Defence SFA Estate
The National Audit Office (NAO) has today published its report into the MOD’s buy-back of 36,000 homes.
The report confirms that bringing these homes back into public ownership has already stopped what could have been billions of pounds in future losses, while giving the MOD the control it needs to improve housing for families. The homes had originally been sold in 1996 and leased back for many years, at huge cost to taxpayers. Since completing the buy-back in early 2025, the MOD has been able to redirect money previously spent on rent into making homes better.
Whilst the report states that the deal to repurchase was the lowest cost option and handled effectively, it also highlights some challenges for the MOD and the need to establish the Defence Housing Service with the powers and autonomy it requires to deliver planned reform efficiently.
For the full set of NAO recommendations and details on the report’s impact, further information is available on Defence Homes
Don’t forget that you can sign up to get Defence Homes updates direct to your inbox via this link: https://defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/newsletter-landing-page/
Leuchars: Families Community Day Wednesday 12th August
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£10 per family or Adults £3 and children £2, food is not included in cost.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Northern Ireland: Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioners Office - Veterans Newsletter NI
Inside, you'll find a selection of stories, updates and highlights from across the veteran community over the last three months. While we've included as much as possible, there's been so much happening that we couldn't fit everything into this edition.
You can read the newsletter here:
https://www.nivco.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Veterans-Newsletter-NI-Issue-6_.pdf
Information provided by HIVE NI
BFBS Supergirl Merch Giveaway
Supergirl is OUT NOW at BFBS Cinemas and we’re partnering with @WarnerBrosUK to give away a merchandise pack.
Click the link below and enter for a chance to win
Good luck!
LINK: https://www.bfbs.com/supergirl
Information provided by HIVE NI
DMS(W) Families Day - 11 July - AWS CS and Army HIVE stall

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Blandford: Garrison cinema latest showing 'Supergirl' Sun 28th (2pm) & Mon 29th June (7pm)
Food and drink available to purchase at the door.
Ticket prices
Adult (15+) £4
Senior (60+) £3
Student £3
Ticket prices
Adult (15+) £4
Senior (60+) £3
Student £3
Cinema Price changes.
Hopefully you will all have heard of the Governments ‘Great British Summer Savings’ scheme, where families will enjoy discounted attractions and meals out this summer.
From 25 June to 1 September 2026 (inclusive), VAT will be cut from 20% to 5% on eligible activities and items, and this applies to certain cinema tickets.
This saving will be applied to all Family and Child tickets purchased during this period.
Was Now
Child Ticket £3 £2.63
Family Ticket £11 £9.63
For more information and to watch trailers click https://cinemas.bfbs.com/blandford
Bovington: Growing together baby group sessions - July.
JULY SESSIONS
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Bovington children's centre is situated beside Bovington academy school, Holt Rd.
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