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December 22, 2023
Minimum Income Requirement - incremental approach to new threshold amount
Defence continues to liaise with the Home Office in order to understand how this will impact Service Personnel (Officers and Soldiers) and their families, and further information will be provided once more details are known.
December 21, 2023
December 20, 2023
Togetherall - self care ideas for the Winter
Check out @Togetherall’s simple self-care gems to help pick you up a little. Ready for more support? Togetherall is an anonymous online community to support your mental health, join today for FREE HERE
December 19, 2023
The Annington Challenge - applications now open for 10-19 year olds from Military families
The Annington Challenge is an exciting initiative run in conjunction with The Outward Bound Trust.
Since 2012, it has offered military youngsters, regardless of their parent’s rank, the chance to experience their very own Outward Bound adventure at one of Outward Bound's inspiring locations in the Lake District, Snowdonia or the Scottish Highlands.
The courses are an amazing opportunity to discover spectacular new places with new friends and develop a host of new skills whilst experiencing real challenge and adventure.
Royal Mail Home Click & Drop home collection service
With Parcel Collect, Royal Mail pick up your parcels from your home, safe place or work, they will even bring your labels too.
You can also put all your orders from your online stores into your Click & Drop account and get your packages out the door in no time.
Youtube link - https://youtu.be/CB5SK5k0d8g
Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) updates
Child Benefit update and childcare support
Child Benefit customers can now view and update their bank account details quickly and easily using the HMRC app or report changes that affect their Child Benefit on GOV.UK, to make sure their payments go to the right place.
In the app, customers can go to the Child Benefit section and select ‘Change bank details’.
Using the new online service, customers’ bank details can be viewed and updated instantly with no need to contact HMRC. Payments that are due within 3 days will be credited to the customer’s previously listed account.
December 18, 2023
Cardiff: Cardiff Gov App - ChatBot BOBi
BOBi is our bilingual ChatBot who is programmed to answer your questions and help you access services. BOBi is available any time of day or night at your convenience.
Our ChatBot is the latest addition to Cardiff Council’s range of contact channels, offering you more choice and a better customer experience. Click here for more information.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
December 15, 2023
December 14, 2023
New Accommodation Offer - updated Sway now available
Updated communications have now been released on the New Accommodation Offer. To view the new information please go to this SWAY
Hereford: Young Cart Shed courses for 14 - 18 and 18 - 25 year olds
If you are experiencing any of these challenges, we have places available on our Young Cart Shed programmes. 'Into the Woods' is for 14 to 18 year olds and takes place on a Tuesday from 10am to 2pm, and ‘Through the Woods’ is for 18 to 25 year olds and takes place on a Wednesday from 10am to 3pm. You can come for either a six-week or twelve-week course.
Young Cart Shed sessions are currently fully funded (which means you don't need to pay anything), subject to availability. For more information and to apply please click here.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust - Armed Forces Families Fund supports 13 projects in latest round of awards
The Armed Forces Covenant Trust (the Trust) is delighted to announce new awards made under the Armed Forces Families Fund (AF3) across two grant programmes supporting Forces families across the UK.
The Early Years programme has awarded over £354,000 to 10 projects which will enhance early childhood education and childcare settings of young children from Armed Forces families.
The Research Grants programme has awarded over £169,000 to three projects that will develop a stronger understanding of complex educational or welfare issues affecting Armed Forces families – and propose solutions.
Brecon: Crafternoon every Monday at Brecon & District Mind
Craft the day away in the calm embrace of a warming space!
Find more information on Brecon and District Mind’s WEBSITE / Call on: 01874 611 529
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
December 13, 2023
Wiltshire: Domestic abuse support in Wiltshire
Further information about the signs of domestic abuse, as well as details of supportive organisations, can be found on the Wiltshire Council website here.
Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE
Dundee: Olympia, Dundee's biggest leisure and swimming centre, will re-open to the public from 18 December 2023.
Find out more at https://www.leisureandculturedundee.com
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
December 12, 2023
Scotland: Police Scotland - After Dark, home security advice
Housebreaking can be a traumatic experience.
Simple crime prevention measures can greatly reduce the chances of your home being targeted.
Click on image above to read Police Scotland advice on home security after dark 👆
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Stafford: Staffordshire smart alert - How you can help to protect women and girls from violence and intimidation
We’re relaunching our Don’t Choose to Abuse campaign today with two new videos aimed at perpetrators of violence and intimidation against women and girls.
For many, the emotional and physical abuse suffered at the hands of perpetrators can have lasting effects. The two videos show how this suffering can affect victims in their everyday life, and are designed to shine a spotlight on the common behaviours displayed by perpetrators to encourage them to change their behaviours.
There is help and support available to those that recognise that they are displaying unhealthy and abusive behaviour within their relationship and are willing to change. If you are worried about your behaviour, or the behaviour of a friend or family member towards women and girls, please reach out to protect women and girls from abuse.
Although this campaign is aimed at offenders, we want to reiterate that protecting and supporting victims is a priority for us. Support services are available for both victims and perpetrators and we will take all reports seriously.
Back in September, we arrested 61 people during a week-long intensification period as part of our commitment to tackling VAIWG. Part of this enforcement saw specialist officers contact more than 45 victims of domestic abuse alongside partner agencies to offer advice and support. We want to continue protecting women and girls by giving them safe routes to report and get vital support.
You can watch the new videos and find out more about our campaign by visiting our website: https://www.staffordshire.police.uk/police-forces/staffordshire-police/areas/staffordshire-police/campaigns/campaigns/dont-choose-to-abuse/
Contact details for victim or perpetrator support:
New Era, the domestic abuse service operating across Staffordshire, offers support to victims, as well as those displaying perpetrator behaviours who want help to change. Call 01785 904770 to speak to someone now.
Information provided by Stafford HIVE
Dorset: Reporting missed bin collections
Please do not report your collection as missed until after 4pm on your collection day. The crew do not follow the same collection order each week and may still be out collecting.
A guide to preventing condensation, damp and mould in SFA
Please click the image above to view this helpful guide online
December 11, 2023
Hereford: Free Zipper Service to Hereford Library
Save your legs & parking charges & enjoy a warm welcome, fantastic books, public PCs & more
For library opening hours & more click here.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
December 7, 2023
Dorset: Veterans Hub & Armed Forces breakfast clubs
The Veterans hub provides a bespoke service for veterans and their families within the local area.
To view above leaflet in full click HERE
For details of Armed Forces Breakfast club across the UK click HERE includes for Dorset area, Wareham (nr Bovington/Lulworth) Blandford, Weymouth, Yeovil & Christchurch.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Defence Infrastructure Organisation’s (DIO) compensation schemes
Pinnacle administer the Defence Infrastructure Organisation’s (DIO) compensation schemes. You may be entitled to compensation under one of DIO’s compensation schemes if you have experienced;
- Missed appointments
- Incorrect Tradesperson
- Failed move in
- Total loss of heating/cooking facilities
- Hotel subsistence
Claims must be submitted within 28 days of the date the issue occurred.
More information is available HERE
More information is available HERE
Domestic abuse - MOD guidance on where to find help
Alternatively click here for a PDF of the document
Stafford: Staffordshire smart alert - free call blocker devices are available for vulnerable residents in Staffordshire
Do you, or someone you know, suffer from unwanted nuisance and scam calls to your home phone?
Staffordshire County Council Trading Standards provide free call blocker devices for vulnerable residents. These devices can stop up to 95% of unwanted calls.
To apply & find out more go to https://www.staffordshire.gov.uk/callblockers
If you have questions about the scheme, or you wish to pass this information to someone who doesn't have access to the internet, you can call Staffordshire Trading Standards on 01785 277855.
Information provided by Stafford HIVE
December 6, 2023
Maidstone: Stepping Stones Course - Face to Face
Please see the poster or CLICK HERE for more information and book your place.
Lichfield: Midweek Children's Football - DMS Whittington Astroturf
Why not come and join us? First session is FREE!
17.15-18:15 at DMS Whittington, WS14 9PY
Wildcats - For girls aged 4-14
Soccer Centre - For boys and girls aged 4-11
Both only £3!
No need to book just turn up and join in with the football fun! Want to know more? You can do so by getting in touch or visit whittington-sc.co.uk
Information sourced by: Central HIVE Hub
Brecon: Volunteering at Visit Brecon
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Volunteers are always welcomed at VisitBrecon. If you've thought about becoming a volunteer why not join us on Friday 08 Dec at 3pm for some light refreshments at the Guildhall to find out more and meet the Visit Brecon team.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
December 5, 2023
KCC: The Kent Money Advice Hub
Are you worrying about money? The Kent Money Advice Hub could help you.
Kent & Medway: Become an End Domestic Abuse Employer Champion, Free Training
Would you know if a colleague was experiencing Domestic Abuse? Get FREE training and resources for your organisation by joining the "Know See Speak Out" campaign & becoming an Employer Champion this 16 Days of Action.
Sign up at https://orlo.uk/paFU0
Information provided by Chatham HIVE
December 4, 2023
Defence People Communications - get financial help if you have children with child benefit
Did you know that parents can claim child benefit to help with the cost of raising children? Find out if you’re eligible and how to make a claim.
With the rising cost of living, the Government are offering parents and carers up to £1,248 a year to help with the cost of raising their first child – and up to £826.80 for any other children. This means that by the time a child is 16 years old, their child benefit claim could be worth almost £20,000.
Cowbridge: Lego Club on Saturdays at Cowbridge Library
Dewch ac adeiladwch gyda ni.
Free! All ages welcome - Parents must stay with children under 8. At Cowbridge Library, every Saturday from 13:30 - 15:30.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Defence People Communications - what support is there for Service families facing domestic abuse?
Find out about the domestic abuse support available for Service families
As part of the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence campaign, Defence is encouraging anyone affected by domestic abuse to ask for help and to be aware of the different ways to get support.Armed Forces families play a crucial role in Defence and should feel safe and supported. When it comes to domestic abuse, there are many support services available to them – both within Defence and at a local and national level.
To help more people get the help they need, it’s also important to understand what might be stopping them from seeking support.
There are multiple and very valid reasons as to why domestic abuse victims-survivors can be reluctant to ask for support, particularly in close knit Defence communities. Most victims-survivors live with their abuser, some aren’t aware that they are being abused, and others might fear the repercussions of seeking support. There are also many who don’t know about the support that exists.
West Midlands: Telford & Wrekin Healthy Telford - Walks
Healthy Telford have a great selection of free outdoor walks, events and more in our beautiful parks and green spaces for you enjoy in December, click on the links below for more info;
7 Dec Lawley Men’s walking group https://orlo.uk/ZryD6
9 Dec A Stroll Around Lilleshall https://orlo.uk/jfeYz
9 Dec Conservation work Homer Lake https://orlo.uk/vbvXH
9 Dec Nordic walking Lilleshall https://orlo.uk/HBfgL
13 Dec Lawley History Trail walk https://orlo.uk/CIGQM
19 December Christmas Glow Ride https://orlo.uk/Wq6PF
21 Dec Lawley Men’s walking group https://orlo.uk/6DGYF
27 Dec Winter walk https://orlo.uk/Wuj0o
30 Dec Telford Coronation Walk, celebration event https://orlo.uk/imkYx
For all walks and activities please wear appropriate footwear and outdoor clothing.https://healthytelford.com/green-spaces-are-go/
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
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