Northern Ireland: Army Multicultural Day & Commonwealth Day Event Celebrations recently took place

Army Multicultural Network Day and Commonwealth Day Celebrations came together to deliver a wonderful event in Northern Ireland for all Nations to experience and enjoy.

Click the link here for a quick snippet of the event. provided by BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service)

There are various diverse networks that support civilian and Armed Forces personnel working within the Ministry of Defence. For further information please click here

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Northern Ireland: Senior High School Applications are now open

 

Online applications for transfer from Junior High School to Senior High School (Dickson Plan 14+) are now open via EA Connect.

EA recommends that you list at least two schools in the order of your preference (including at least one non-grammar school).
Make sure you read carefully through the published admissions criteria for the schools you are considering, so that you know exactly what supporting documentation and information is required.

Applications are open until 4pm on Friday 2 May and it is important to note that applications are not considered on a first come, first served basis.

Visit https://connect.eani.org.uk/parent/ to apply and see EA’s website for more information on the admissions process: www.eani.org.uk/admissions

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Northern Ireland: HMS Hibernia - New CO for Royal Naval Reserves

 

Last week, Commander Courtney handed over command of HMS Hibernia at the CO Supersession ceremony, attended by many guests including DCMR.

Thank you to Commander Courtney for three great years of leadership. Wishing the new CO every success in the role.

Royal Naval Reserve

RFCA NI

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Northern Ireland: Belfast City & Region Guide is out Now - Spring Edition

 

Click here to read the latest online edition.

Booklets are available from Belfast Tourist Information centre's

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Northern Ireland: Help For Heroes NI Community Development Team Need Veterans Input

 

Help for Heroes is running a short survey and would really appreciate it if you could take 10 minutes to complete it.

The NI Community Development Team is gathering insights to understand the strengths within our Veteran community and explore opportunities for growth. Your input is invaluable in shaping future support. Click the link for your input

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx...

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Northern Ireland: THALES Event for Veterans and Service Leavers in NI - Thursday April 10th

Thales Belfast Veterans and Service Leavers Event

Thursday, April 10, 2025 , 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM 

Location: Thales Group - Belfast, 1, Alanbrooke Road, Castlereagh, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom , BT6 9HB

For more details, please click here

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Northern Ireland: Cake decorating Workshop - Straidhavern Primary School - Saturday 12th April

 

Straidhavern Primary school are hosting a cake decorating workshop on Saturday 12th of April.

Cake Decorating can be booked here:https://forms.gle/Tt3DZmeMoAhpxvH5A

(Limited spaces available)

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Northern Ireland: The Wessex Cinema Aldergrove, April Showings

Please keep an eye on the BFBS Cinemas website for the latest listings and updates to all missing BBFC ratings and running times.

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Northern Ireland: Antrim & Newtownabbey Spring Plant Fair - Saturday 12th April

 

Saturday 12 April, the annual Spring Plant Fair makes a return to Civic Square, Mossley Mill
FREE of charge (No booking required)

Explore a range of specialist growers and nurseries offering thousands of plants perfect for spring planting in your garden.
From ornamental annuals to vibrant perennials, spring bedding plants to wildflower seeds, there's something for every green thumb and budding enthusiast.

#ANBorough #GSI25 #GardenShowIreland #SpringPlantFair #GardenInspiration #GreenThumbGathering

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Northern Ireland: Veterans' Roadshow Omagh - Wednesday 9th April

 

Veterans Roadshow & Lunch – 9th April

The Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner’s Office is hosting its next Veterans Roadshow and Lunch at the Silver Birches Hotel in Omagh on Wednesday, 9th April.

We welcome all veterans who are available to attend this free event, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect with veteran-friendly organisations and enjoy a complimentary lunch.

To help with catering arrangements, we encourage you to register via our website: www.nivco.co.uk.

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Northern Ireland: Easter Events Across Northern Ireland

 

The evenings are getting lighter and the weather is getting brighter and with Easter on the horizon there's lots of exciting events and activities to look forward to.

Whether you fancy embarking on an Easter egg hunt at a local museum, taking part on a scavenger hunt at a farm, or following footsteps along an Easter trail - there's plenty of options to choose from. Click here for more details

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Northern Ireland: Discover Northern Ireland - What's On Belfast - What's On Derry/Londonderry

 

What's On Belfast:
Find the best events in Belfast and immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of this dynamic city. These listings will keep you up-to-date on unmissable events and activities coming to the city, to ensure you don't miss a beat in our bustling cultural scene. https://discovernorthernireland.com/whats-on/belfast-events

What's On Derry/Londonderry:
Dive into the pulse of Derry with our events page, your go-to resource for staying updated on the latest happenings. From cultural festivals to community gatherings, explore the vibrant events scene in Derry city and the wider county of Londonderry.

https://discovernorthernireland.com/whats-on/derry-events

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Northern Ireland: NI4Kids Magazine - Spring Edition

 

To read the latest edition on line, please click here

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Northern Ireland: Employment Opportunities with Aramark

  

For further information please click here

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Northern Ireland: Royal Naval Reserve Unit Lisburn - HMS Hibernia

 

Do you wish to join the Royal Naval Reserves? 

If so scan the QR code from a non MOD device for more details.

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Northern Ireland: Supporting Our Veterans & Armed Forces Community - NI Veterans Commissioner David Johnstone

 

Supporting Our Veterans & Armed Forces Community.
The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise by the nation to ensure that those who serve, those who have served, and their families are treated fairly. It is not about special treatment, it is about equality.

Backing the Covenant means recognising the sacrifices made by our Armed Forces community and ensuring they receive the same access to services, support, and opportunities as everyone else.

Let's do the right thing. Support the Covenant. The Veterans Commissioner, David Johnstone,

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Northern Ireland: Education Authority Northern Ireland (EANI) SEND Support Services

 

EANI have introduced a new way for you to contact thei SEND Support Services. There is now one number to call to access support:
028 9031 7777
When you call, you’ll be asked to select one of the following options, to be connected to the area you are seeking support from:
Press option 1: for Statutory Assessment Review Service (SARS)
Press option 2: for SEND Advice and Information
Press option 3: for SEND Support Services
The helpdesk is open Monday to Friday, from 9am – 4:30pm.

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Northern Ireland: Veterans Newsletter NI - Second Edition Out Now

 

Northern Ireland Veterans Newsletter – Second Edition
The second edition of the Northern Ireland Veterans Newsletter is here!

Stay up to date with the latest news, events, and updates from the veterans’ community in Northern Ireland.

https://www.nivco.co.uk/.../Veterans-Newsletter-NI-Issue...

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Northern Ireland: Ashes to Gold Spring Programme registration is now available

The Defence Gardens Scheme is pleased to announce the Spring programme at Ashes To Gold near Coleraine. Any veteran, service leaver, or family member can avail of this Horticultural Therapeutic programme.

Please email peter@ashestogold.uk for information on what they do, how they do it, and the benefits it can bring to your mental, physical, cognitive, emotional and social health.

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Norther Ireland: Northern Ireland Cadet Force are Recruiting

 

If you want a hobby which is different and that will always have something exciting and rewarding for you to tell your friends and family, why not pop along and have a go.
Weekends away at our Cadet Training Centre £15 - includes Transport, Food and a bed to sleep in +all the exciting activities on offer.
See what's on offer https://armycadets.com/find-a-detachment/
BE MORE - as an Army Cadet in the 1st (NI) Battalion ACF

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