Generic and local information for the UK Military community including Serving Personnel, Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians.
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November 28, 2025
Leuchars: Medical Centre Pharmacy Temporary Closure from 20th November
November 27, 2025
Highlands: The Military Liaison Group (MLG) Latest Newsletter is now available
The MLG are delighted to share with you the latest issue of the MLG (Education) Newsletter – packed full as always with news and information for you, our Armed Forces families, educators, and professionals.
Click here for the latest MLG (Education) Newsletter
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Grantham: Tell Healthwatch Lincolnshire about your most recent health or social care experience
The survey gives everyone in the county the chance to share their latest health and social care experiences to create a picture of the state of health and social care in Lincolnshire.
The timing couldn’t be better for public voice to have real impact with significant changes on the way. This involves national and local changes to the NHS and proposed changes to local councils. This is in addition to the plans being driven by the government’s Department of Health and Social Care and the recent release of the 10-Year Health Plan.
Healthwatch Lincolnshire will also use these results to see what’s working well and where improvements are needed to influence those who plan, deliver and monitor services across Lincolnshire, including the NHS, local councils and care providers. Main survey link
The survey covers:
Your most recent experience of health services
Your most recent experience of care services
GP (general practice) services
Pharmacy services
Dental services
Community health services – including community nursing, occupational and physiotherapy, Lincolnshire Stroke Service, and palliative end-of-life care
Hospital services – including planned, inpatient and emergency care
Mental health services
Social care – including home care, care homes, children’s services, Lincolnshire Carers Service, home adaptations and equipment for independence
Charity, voluntary, community or faith organisations or groups
November 26, 2025
Wales: New Learner Journeys launched by Qualifications Wales
They’re designed to make things simpler, support good choices, and help learners see where each route could take them.
Take a look at the journeys here
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
OPERATION BULLSEYE – Qualifier events up to May 2026
Details of registration for competitors, and all other events, can be found on the posters and within the below link.
More details to follow for spectators but it is shaping up to be a great event that is open to all three services and veterans, please share around your departments.
https://www.defencedartscommunity.co.uk/registration
Barry: Vale Youth Service Group - Every Monday at the YMCA, Barry
Every Monday
6-8pm
Free activities for 11-17 year olds!
YMCA, Y Barri
Bob dydd Llun
6-8pm
Gweithgareddau am ddim i blant 11-17 oed!
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Scotland: Poppy Scotland Centenary Calendar 2026
The 2026 Centenary Calendar is here! Featuring artwork created by pupils across Scotland, it’s a unique way to support our work. Order your copy today and enjoy a year of creativity on every page.
Get your copy: https://www.poppyscotland.org.uk/.../centenary-calendar...
November 25, 2025
North Yorkshire: Do you want to take small steps or big changes?
Please see attached a flyer for the ‘life chats’ that are available to anyone we would benefit from some support and direction to move forward positively with their life goals whether that be into education or employment
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
November 24, 2025
First Defence Finance: Resources from Safer Gambling Week
Last week marked Safer Gambling Week, and our colleagues at First Defence Finance (one of the three MOD-endorsed Credit Unions) have produced a booklet on this topic that can be viewed online at:
👉 https://heyzine.com/flip-book/FDFGamblingSupport
Read on for further information:
Weeton: Stay & Play session - UPDATE
Weeton / Fylde: Council Transforms Waste Collections from Autumn 2026
Fylde residents will soon benefit from a revolutionary transformation of waste and recycling services that will dramatically reduce environmental impact while making recycling easier than ever before.
From Autumn 2026, the grey and brown bins outside every home will switch roles in an innovative move approved by Tuesday’s Executive Committee. Residents will use their existing grey bins for paper and card recycling, benefiting from the extra capacity, while general waste moves to the brown bins.
This transformation arrives alongside weekly food waste collections, with every household receiving dedicated kitchen and outdoor caddies. The third of bin contents that’s actually food scraps will be transformed into renewable energy instead of harming our environment in landfill.
The changes, backed by over £1 million in government funding, mean Fylde can boost recycling rates from 40% towards the national 65% target without expensive new bins or reducing collection frequency.
Councillor Michelle Morris, Lead Member for Customer and Operational Services, said: “This smart bin swap is a win-win for our community. By simply switching which bin we use for what, we’ll dramatically increase recycling capacity while reducing general waste – a fantastic transformation that benefits everyone.”
Clear guidance and support will be provided to every household ahead of the changes, ensuring that all residents feel confident about this positive transformation for Fylde’s future.
To stay up to date with food waste collections, visit our dedicated webpage.
North West Ambulance - EMT Apprenticeship opening in January 2026
Emergency Medical Technician - Job Description
To support candidates in applying, we will be holding two online Pre-Application Support Sessions via MS Teams with regards the role – the Support Sessions will provide further insight into the role and the entry requirements, as well as guidance on applying effectively. To join a session, a place can be booked on the preferred date at https://forms.office.com/e/YfBX9ea7Qg?origin=lprLink (or via the QR code on the attached flyer). Joining Instructions will then be sent out with the link to the session.
November 21, 2025
Lyneham: Weekly Play, Youth, Community and Baby groups
Wiltshire: Borrow an activity tracker watch and/or blood pressure monitors for free from your local Library
The programme makes available for loan smart activity tracker watches and blood pressure monitors for free with a membership, from these libraries, to enable you to monitor your health and make informed decisions about your wellbeing.
If you aren't already a library member, join online, or in person at one of Wiltshire Council's libraries.
Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE
November 20, 2025
Wiltshire: Newly launched dog friendly directory
Please click here to access the directory
Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE
Lyneham: Sunny Days Children's Nursery are recruiting in Calne and Lyneham
Interested? Get in touch to talk about your next step. Email: hr@sunnydays-nursery.co.uk
Information provided by Lyneham HIVE
Lyneham: Last Lyneham Tabletop Club of the year - Wed 26 Nov
Book a table for a Game all completely FREE, no charge for attending or table bookings.
Location: MOD Lyneham Community Centre, SN15 4XX
Click here to join the Facebook page for month-long Hobby chat and games
Information provided by Lyneham HIVE
November 19, 2025
Hullavington: What's on in Hullavington Village
Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE
Colerne: Welfare facilities booking request form - Colerne Station
The following facilities can currently be booked by scanning the QR code or clicking the link below:
- Welfare house / flat
- Community Centre
- Soft Play
- Noah's Ark family pass
To find out more about Welfare's facilities, please click the link below to visit the Sway info page:
Colerne Station Welfare Sway info page
Information provided by Colerne HIVE
North Yorkshire & York: The Official North Yorkshire & York Armed Forces Covenant Guide 2025/26
North Yorkshire and City of York Armed Forces Guide has now been produced and officially launched.
St Andrews: Families First St Andrews November Newsletter is now available
Read all about our cosy Autumn Befriending sessions 🍲🍪🍵and our creepy-crawlie Family Day!🕷🪳🐍
https://familiesfirststandrews.org.uk/.../FF-Newsletter...
To find out more about Families First 👉 familiesfirststandrews.org.uk
Army HIVE: Relocation Checklist for moves within the UK and to/from overseas - now launched!
The checklist is in two parts, all within one document; the first part covers moves within the UK or back to the UK, and the second part covers overseas moves. As well as being a useful planning and reminder document, there are links throughout to the relevant resources that will enable our customers to find out more on each topic area.
To access the Relocation Checklist, please go to any of the following platforms to view, download or print:
- Army HIVE Sharepoint (MODnet access required) - HIVE. The Relocation Checklist can be found in both the Overseas Postings and the Relocation within or back to the UK sections.
- Our UK HIVE Blog – Information Sheets section: https://armyhiveinfo.blogspot.com/search/label/Information%20Sheets
- Our Overseas HIVE Blog - https://internationalhive.blogspot.com/ – click the Relocation Checklist button in the top menu
- Our British Forces Cyprus HIVE Blog - https://cyprushive.blogspot.com/ - click the Relocation Checklist button in the top menu
For any queries on moving or how to find out more about a new location, please contact any HIVE. See www.army.mod.uk/hives , use the contact buttons on any of our platforms, or email HIVE HQ on RC-Pers-HIVEComms-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
Our iHIVE can support with information on moves overseas worldwide and is listed as an action on the Overseas Supportability Checklist also – please get in touch via RC-Pers-HIVE-iHIVE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk with any questions on any location.
November 18, 2025
Army Cadets UK – ‘Our Year in Review’ is now available to read online
Check it out to learn more about what Army Cadets have been up to over the last 12 months – to read in full please go to: https://bit.ly/4hrL6Pw
Recruit For Spouses Latest Newsletter - Free Digital Marketing Bootcamp, Deployment Support and More!
To find out more about the support offered by Recruit For Spouses, please visit: https://www.recruitforspouses.co.uk/
November 17, 2025
Never Such Innocence: Online Military Kids Choir
🎤 Military Kids Choir - The choir is open to tri-service children 8-18 years old, located across the UK and overseas. The group meets online to see friends and write songs and there are fun opportunities for the choir to come together to record and perform their songs throughout the year. Here is the link to sign up: https://form.jotform.com/221313741394047.
For more information please visit: https://www.neversuchinnocence.com/
Hereford: The Courtyard Hereford announces new 1400 seat Summer Venue - The Amp
A bold new chapter for live entertainment in Herefordshire.
The Courtyard Hereford is set to be ‘amplified’ next summer with the launch of a brand-new large-scale live performance venue - The Amp.
Located on The Courtyard’s site in a purpose-built Big Top tent, The Amp will seat around 1,400 people, making it Herefordshire’s largest live performance space. The new venue, which will be open for the month of August, will allow The Courtyard to host higher-profile acts and events - bringing national touring artists and bolder experiences right to the heart of Hereford.
The Amp represents an exciting expansion for The Courtyard, which has built a reputation as a leading regional arts centre, blending creativity, community and culture. The project aims to attract new audiences, grow tourism, and enhance Herefordshire’s profile as a destination for world-class live entertainment.
November 13, 2025
Leuchars: Do you fly a drone?
It is illegal for anyone to fly a drone within a 5km threshold of an Air Base.
If you do wish to operate a drone you must contact Police Scotland and Leuchars Air Traffic Control in the first instance to seek permission.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
November 12, 2025
Wiltshire: November SEND updates - new resource bases, events and courses
Please click here to read the latest newsletter online
Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE

























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