For more details please click here
August 12, 2025
Northern Ireland: Belfast MELA: 16th August - 24th August
For more details please click here
West Midlands: Hollybank Foot Health - Serving Personnel and Veterans 10% discount
Hollybank Foot Health offers all Serving Personnel and Veterans 10% Discount on their treatment
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Northern Ireland: NI4Kids Magazine - August Edition Out Now
Information provided by HIVE NI
Chepstow: VJ Day 80th Anniversary Remembrance Service on Fri 15 Aug 25
Chepstow Town Council:
VJ Day 80th Anniversary Remembrance Service
Friday 15th August, 12 noon
War Memorial, Chepstow
Hosted by the RBL & Chepstow Town Council
Join us for a short service of remembrance to mark 80 years since Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day), the day Imperial Japan surrendered, bringing an end to the Second World War. We come together to honour all who served and sacrificed, and to reflect with hope for peace in our world today.
All are welcome.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Hereford: A level and GCSE support available at Herefordshire’s Youth Employment Hub
Herefordshire’s Youth Employment Hub is offering a series of free drop-in sessions to support young people receiving their A level and GCSE results.
Friendly staff will be available to provide guidance on:
Further education optionsCareer pathwaysApprenticeships and trainingCollege coursesConfidence building and wellbeing
No appointment is necessary – just drop in between 2pm and 4pm on any of the following dates:Wednesday 20 AugustWednesday 27 AugustTuesday 2 September
The YEH is located at 57 – 59 Blue School Street, Hereford, HR1 2AR.
To get in touch with the YEH team call 01432 261515 or email youthemploymenthub@herefordshire.gov.uk
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
Haverfordwest: Free informal coaching session at Haverfordwest Tennis Club on Mon 18 Aug 25
Tennis Anyone? 🎾
We’ve teamed up with Haverfordwest Tennis Club
Join us for a FREE informal coaching session – perfect for beginners or anyone who just wants to have fun and get active on the tennis courts 🏃♂️🎾
✅ Friendly coaching
✅ Fun games
✅ All equipment provided
✅ No experience needed!
✅️ Free snack and drink
📍 Haverfordwest Tennis Club (meet at The Edge Youth Centre at 12:00 before walking up.)
🗓️ Monday 18th August 12-2pm
For more information DM or e-mail CYT@pembrokeshire.gov.uk
Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment – Universal Credit Income and Expenses Agent, Leeds
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The Department of Work and Pensions has 110 new Universal Credit Income and Expenses Agent Executive Officer opportunities in Leeds. These are now open for applications until 26 Aug 2025.
Civil Service Jobs link: Universal Credit Income and Expenses Agent Executive Officer - Leeds (Ref: 741)
More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process can be found on the DWP EO Microsite.
Northern Ireland: VJ Day 80th Celebration - Friday 15th August
Friday 15th August 2025 at The Braid Theatre, Ballymena from 7:30pm to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Japan Day with an unforgettable evening of music, stories, and remembrance – all in aid of the Mayor’s Charity Appeal supporting NI Chest Heart & Stroke and the Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice.
Tickets: £10 – available now from:
The Braid Box Office
028 2563 5077
www.thebraid.ticketsolve.com
#VJ80 #Ballymena #LestWeForget #CharityEvent #MayorCharityAppeal #Community
Information provided by HIVE NI
Sandhurst: MCN Online Community For Spouses & Partners of the Armed Forces Community
Need a break from the kitchen table office/study setup?"
We’ve got just the spot! The MCN (Military Coworking Network) Sandhurst hub. Your little slice of calm, focus and unlimited tea/coffee heaven. ☕✨
For just £30 a year (yep, a whole year!), you’ll get:
✅ Access to a professional office space
✅ 900 hours of coworking, about 75 hours per month
✅ Dual screens ready to use
✅ Free use of a colour printer/scanner/photocopier
✅ Free Wi-Fi
✅ Free tea and coffee
Fancy trying it out?
🎉 We offer a FREE trial session (3 hours)! Would you like to get booked in for a look around and a proper test-run of the space? Drop us a message if you’ve got any questions, we’d love to help.
👉 Click here to find out more and grab your spot! Sandhurst | Military Coworking Network
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Dorset: Annual county show (nr Dorchester) Sat 6th & Sun 7th Sep
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Dorset comes together to showcase the very best that the County has to offer, celebrating agriculture, countryside and rural life.
Bovington: Are you due to move to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford?
Are you (or someone you know) due to be posted to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford soon?
If so contact Bovington HIVE to request pre-arrival information.
Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-Bovington-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
Core information sheets are available from the HIVE and contain useful information on accommodation,employment,health & wellbeing, finance, childcare,schools & adult education as well as location overview of community amenities, facilities and activities etc. There is also help with general queries regarding the local area.
Bovington HIVE can also provide you with information sheets on other locations across the UK and overseas. Please call in to speak to the HIVE information officer or use the contact details above.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
If so contact Bovington HIVE to request pre-arrival information.
Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-Bovington-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
Core information sheets are available from the HIVE and contain useful information on accommodation,employment,health & wellbeing, finance, childcare,schools & adult education as well as location overview of community amenities, facilities and activities etc. There is also help with general queries regarding the local area.
Bovington HIVE can also provide you with information sheets on other locations across the UK and overseas. Please call in to speak to the HIVE information officer or use the contact details above.
Dorset: Wareham Wednesdays music and entertainment events - 13th, 20th & 27th Aug
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Wareham Wednesdays is a very popular family friendly annual event held during the summer holidays. With live music and entertainment at Wareham Quay on Wednesday evenings throughout August.
Each evening has its very own unique fun theme from the hugely popular Pirate Invasion to the entertaining Raft and Wheelbarrow Race! With a great selection of live music on stage, family entertainment, stalls (including street food) and a bar, plus spectacular fireworks to end the evening.
For more details click HERE
Blandford: Garrison cinema movie release 'Weapons' Wed 13th Aug
Military families living at Bovington, Lulworth and Westmoors are welcome to use the cinema on Blandford Camp. (Adults and over 16s - Official ID required for Camp access)
Watch the trailer here: WEAPONS | BFBS Cinemas (Mystery/Horror)
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Wiltshire: Struggling with high energy prices and the cost of living? Warm and Safe Wiltshire may be able to help!
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To visit the website, please click here
Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs
Chepstow: Make and Take at Chepstow Castle on Wednesdays during the Summer Holidays
Get crafty at Chepstow Castle during the summer holidays!
Children can make something to play with in the castle and then take home.
Drop-in sessions every Wednesday during the school summer holidays.
No need to book.
Wed 13 Aug 2025
10:00 - 16:00
Wed 20 Aug 2025
10:00 - 16:00
Wed 27 Aug 2025
10:00 - 16:00
For more information please click here.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Brecon: MOD CS Vacancies in Brecon & surrounding area, Closing Dates from: Thu 14 Aug 25
DIO - Regional Delivery Central Contract Change Manager
Ministry of Defence
Brecon, Wales, LD3 7EA : Telford, West Midlands (England), TF2 8JT : Whittington, West Midlands (England), WS14 9PY
Salary : £44,590
Closes : 11:55 pm on Thursday 14th August 2025
Reference : 417294
Army Regimental Administration Officer
Ministry of Defence
Infantry Battle School, Dering Lines, Brecon, LD3 7RA We are passionate about Smarter Working and believe that a combination of flexible working practices, digital technology and modern workspaces will give ... see the job advert for full location information
Salary : £36,530
Closes : 11:55 pm on Tuesday 19th August 2025
Reference : 418330
Ministry of Defence
Sennybridge, Wales, LD3 8PN
Salary : £36,530
Closes : 11:55 pm on Thursday 14th August 2025
Reference : 414646
Sennybridge Camp Nr Brecon
Ministry of Defence
Sennybridge Camp, Brecon, LD3 8PN
Salary : £31,500
Closes : 11:55 pm on Tuesday 26th August 2025
Reference : 420474
Ministry of Defence
Remote working (anywhere in the UK)
Salary : £44,590
Distance : Job is advertised as regional
Closes : 11:55 pm on Monday 1st September 2025
Reference : 419045
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Aldershot: Gas Network Upgrade - Queens Avenue, Aldershot - 11 Aug to 25 Aug 25.
Gas Network Upgrade- Queens Avenue, Aldershot- 11 Aug to 25 Aug 25.
As part of our commitment to keeping your gas supply safe and reliable, SGN will be upgrading the gas network in Queens Avenue, Aldershot.• Work starts between 11–25 Aug 25
• Duration: Approximately 6 weeks
• Delivered by our contractor, I & G Contractor
What you need to know:
- No interruption to your gas supply
- No need for engineers to enter your home
- Queens Avenue will be closed to through traffic (access for residents, businesses, pedestrians, and cyclists will be maintained)
- A signed diversion will be in place for vehicles
0800 912 1700
Information provided by South East HIVE Hub
Wherever your assignment order is taking you, HIVE is here to provide the local information!
If your posting is in the UK you can find our blog and location guides here. Please use our MS Forms enquiry function for any additional locations or if you have any enquiries.
Are you assigned overseas? If you’re posted to an overseas location where we have a HIVE, you will find information – plus our local office’s contact details – at:
• Belgium (SHAPE)
• Brunei
• Brunssum
• Cyprus
• Gibraltar
• Naples
• Sennelager
Posted elsewhere overseas? Don’t worry if your new location is not listed above, the iHIVE covers the rest of the world, with over 100 location guides available plus online enquiry support.
Our iHIVE is tri-Service and is listed on the Overseas Supportability checklist as an action, so that Service personnel and families can obtain the relevant information they may each require, to ensure that their new location can meet each individual’s and family’s needs.
For those with MODnet access, Army HIVE’s SharePoint site can also be used to download our information sheets or ask questions – please go to our Overseas Postings area
If you’re relocating back to the UK from overseas, or moving within the UK, our SharePoint hosts guidance and resources in our Relocating within or back to the UK section.
Milford Haven: GET AFLOAT! - Join our Junior Sea Cadets!
GET AFLOAT! - Join our Junior Sea Cadets!
Aged 9-11yrs? Join either of our Tuesday or Thursday section Junior Sea Cadets.
Our Junior Sea Cadets have wonderful training opportunities, based right here in Milford Haven!
🔴 Red Module Badge - Experience a safe and fun learning environment at the Unit, learning all about the Unit, how to wear your Uniform properly and learn how to march!
🔵 Blue Module Badge - Get afloat with us learning how to Row, Sail, Kayak & Windsurf, all in a safe way with our experienced and qualified instructors, upon our beautiful waterway!
🟡 Yellow Module Badge - Immerse yourself into our community, visiting lots of different organisations, museums, community groups and get a real sense of what Milford means!
🟢 Green Module Badge - Venture into the great outdoors, learn all the basic skills to be safe and enjoy our amazing outdoors!
There's so much to take part in - get in touch!
recruitment@milfordhavenscc.org.uk
https://www.sea-cadets.org/milfordhaven/get-in-touch
01646 695443
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Chepstow: Join the Army Cadets at Beachley Barracks
Action, Adventure, Fun & Friendship. For a life changing experience, join the army cadets! If you are aged 12 - 18 years of age, join us on Tuesday evenings 7 - 9 pm.
For further information call 01873 813756,
Email: gwentandpowysacf@fca.org.uk or visit the website by clicking here.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Chepstow: AWS - Volunteers Needed - Community Support Volunteer Vacancies for Chepstow
Deadline extended for AWS Community Support Volunteer Vacancies.
AWS Volunteers Needed! Poster
AWS Community Support Volunteer Role Description
AWS Volunteers Needed! Poster
AWS Community Support Volunteer Role Description
St Athan: Citizens Advice Drop-In for the military community - last Tuesday of every month at the HIVE, St Athan
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Citizens Advice Drop In - last Tuesday of the month starting on Tuesday 29th July 25 at the Wales HIVE Hub, 2 Rook Close, St Athan.
No appointment necessary.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
August 11, 2025
Stafford: University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust latest job vacancies as at 11th August 2025
Please see below for the links to the latest vacancies at UHNM.
Nursing and Midwifery: Job vacancy search: Which health sector? | trac.jobs
Health Science Services: Job vacancy search: Which health sector? | trac.jobs
Support Services: Job vacancy search: Which health sector? | trac.jobs
Administrative Services: Job vacancy search: Which health sector? | trac.jobs
Medical and Dental: Job vacancy search: Which health sector? | trac.jobs
Allied Health professionals: Job vacancy search: Which health sector? | trac.jobs
Information provided by Stafford HIVE
St Athan: MOD CS Job Vacancies in St Athan, Closing Dates from: Mon 18 Aug 25
Reprographics / Post Room Clerk
Ministry of Defence
St Athan
Salary : £26,770
Closes : 11:55 pm on Monday 18th August 2025
Reference : 415754
Modelling and Simulation TAST Officer
Ministry of Defence
Remote working (anywhere in the UK)
Salary : £44,590
Distance : Job is advertised as regional
Closes : 11:55 pm on Monday 1st September 2025
Reference : 419045
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Vale of Glamorgan: New 2025 Courses - Adult Community Learning in the Vale of Glamorgan
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NEW COURSES FOR 2025!
We’re so excited to share our brand new courses launching this September! After lots of planning and thought, we can’t wait for you to get involved!
🎨 Teens Pottery & Ceramics
🧵 Dressmaking & Pattern Workshop
🏺 Pottery & Ceramics with a Welsh Language Twist
💻📱 Business Website & Social Media Presence
There’s something for everyone — whether you’re getting creative, learning a new skill, or boosting your business!
What are you waiting for? Sign up today and join one of our amazing new classes — you definitely won’t regret it!
Got questions? Need more info? Feel free to reach out to us:
📞 01446 773831
📧 valecourses@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
💻 valecourses.org
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
NAAFI Fund - NATO Shape's Community Spaces Are Officially Open
NAAFI Fund said: “To gain some inspiration about how the NAAFI Fund could help in your unit or local community area, please take a look at our previously supported projects Completed Fund Projects - NAAFI
“For more information on the NAAFI Fund, the application process and what grants are available, please take a look at our website NAAFI Fund - NAAFI
“We anticipate the portal to re-open for applications in April 2026, however, we will announce the exact dates and links nearer the time via our social media and website, so please keep an eye on those @naafisocial. If you would like to be added to the mailing list, to receive communication nearer the time so you can start to prepare your bid, please email funding@naafi.co.uk”
NAAFI: https://naafi.co.uk/
St Athan: St Athan Community Drop in Session - Sat 06 Sept 25
St Athan Community Council:
St Athan Community Council is delighted to announce our first Drop In session. This is an opportunity for you to meet your Councillors and Clerk, discuss any local issues or just have a cuppa with us.
We will be at the old school hall on Church Lane (behind the post office) from 11am on Saturday 6th September.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Llantwit Major: Table Top Sale for Ty Hafan at the CF61 Centre on 16 Aug, 12 - 3pm
DIO Service Family Accommodation (SFA) Communications Update - 11 August 25
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SFA Consumer Charter – greater freedoms for families
Service Personnel and families deserve homes that reflect your unique needs and lifestyles. Outdated, lengthy policies are unhelpful in fostering a sense of belonging where you can make a house feel like your home. This is particularly important given the transient nature of military life, which we know can be disruptive.
DIO is committed to transforming this experience. By modernising our policies, we’re empowering families with greater freedom to personalise and enhance your homes. Defence Secretary Rt Hon John Healey MP announced the latest improvements, which include an update to policies making it easier for you to own pets and run businesses from home. In the future, you will also have more freedom to personalise and decorate your homes, the details of which will be confirmed in due course.
- SFA pet policy: We know that pets are a big part of family life. Previously, families with pets were required to seek written permission through the National Service Centre (NSC) before acquiring or bringing existing pets into SFA. Under the revised policy, effective from 9 August 2025, pet owners do not need approval. Instead, you simply need to notify the NSC that you have a pet via an e-form.
7th Sept 2025: National emergency alert test and guidance for victims of domestic abuse
There will be a test of the national emergency alert system on 07 September. This will come through to all mobile phones across the country. SafeLives have issued the following guidance for those who are victims of domestic abuse:
📢 A UK-wide emergency alert test will take place on Sunday 7th September 2025 at 3pm. Mobile phones will emit a loud siren and vibrate — even if they’re on silent.
Whilst these alerts aim to protect the public in emergencies, they could put victim-survivors of domestic abuse at risk — especially those who rely on hidden phones as part of their safety plan.
Please know, you CAN opt out of this test.
If you need to disable alerts for safety reasons, follow the steps here: Opting out of emergency alerts - GOV.UK
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