Northern Ireland: Beyond The Battefield, Portavogie Amici Concert - Saturday 29th November

 

The world famous singing friends the Amici Choir will be holding a concert at the Beyond the Battlefield Veterans Centre in Portavogie. Tickets are available from Beyond the Battlefield and the ticket price includes light refreshment afterwards and a free ballot entry.

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Crumlin Integrated College Open Night - Tuesday 9th December

 

Click here to visit school website

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Statement from Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner re the Passing of the Armed Forces Covenant Motion

 

Statement From the Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner, Mr David Johnstone
On the Passing of the Armed Forces Covenant Motion at Stormont this Evening.
4 November 2025

I warmly welcome the passing of today’s motion at Stormont in support of service leavers, veterans, and their families through the Armed Forces Covenant.
This is a significant step that reaffirms the principle at the heart of the Covenant, that those who serve, or have served, and their families should not face disadvantage as a result of their service. It is about fairness, understanding, and ensuring that members of the Armed Forces community are treated with the respect and consideration they deserve.
It is also important that the narrative surrounding the Armed Forces within our community in Northern Ireland is not misrepresented.
I would like to express my appreciation to all who have signed this motion. Veterans, Paul Frew - DUP, Andy Allen - UUP, alongside Paula Bradshaw - Alliance and Timothy Gaston - TUV. Also a thank you to MLA Johnny Buckley who was instrumental in starting the process that has led to today’s vote.
This is a positive and encouraging development for our Armed Forces community and a step towards ensuring that veterans, service leavers, and their families receive the support and recognition they deserve.

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Veterans Breakfast - Belfast City Hall - Saturday 22nd November

 

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Northern Irish Veterans Awards Highlights

 

Check out the links below for some of the highlights from the unforgettable night at the Crowne Plaza Belfast, where over 350 guests came together to celebrate the achievements of our veteran community.

#VeteransAwardsNI #VeteransAwards #NorthernIreland #Veterans #Inspiration #Service #Community #Thales #G4S #ConnectThroughService #WalkingWithTheWounded #ForcesEmploymentCharity #SupportOurVeterans #PrideInService #NIVeterans

Information provide by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Press Statement from the Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner

 

THE CONCLUSION OF THE TRIAL OF SOLDIER F

23 October 2025

The conclusion of the trial today, with the acquittal of Soldier F, has once again brought into sharp focus the deep pain and division that events from over 50 years ago continue to cause. At the outset of this trial, I made clear that we should be mindful of the families who lost loved ones on 30th January 1972. These families, just like many others, who had relatives killed because of terrorist actions that same year, and indeed throughout the period of the Northern Ireland Troubles, continue to experience pain at the loss of a loved one.

Northern Ireland: The Wessex Cinema Aldergrove, November Showings

Click poster to enlarge

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

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Volunteering Opportunities with Blind Veterans UK based in Belfast area

Blind veterans in the Belfast area need support to travel to and from a weekly gardening group and a helping hand to participate in the garden activities. The group is specifically for veterans and is highly valued by them. You do not need to be an experienced gardener to apply - for this role, Blind Veterans UK are looking for volunteers who aren’t afraid to get stuck in, and even learn new skills themselves.

Volunteers terms and conditions are available in the link below, as well as further information on the role.

volunteering opportunity

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: RFCA NI - Cadet Force Adult Volunteer Opportunities

 

Cadet Force Adult Volunteer Opportunities

As you work with and develop young people, you will find that your abilities will grow as well. As a CFAV, you’ll find yourself improving your leadership and mentorship skills as you guide your cadets through their development. Your ability to communicate effectively and connect with diverse groups could set you apart from your peers and you could develop organisational skills that you never knew you had! 

SEA CADETS: https://bit.ly/46Sl17n
ARMY CADETS: https://bit.ly/4gWAgRf
RAF AIR CADETS: https://bit.ly/46DVhwH

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Latest Edition of NI4 Kids is out now

 

To read the latest edition on line, please click here

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Veterans Event - Saturday 8th November

 

The Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner’s Office is delighted to announce that registration is now open for the Remembrance Football event on Saturday 8th November 2025 at Windsor Park, Belfast, in association with Linfield Football Club (Official).

Linfield take on Coleraine Football Club in what promises to be a memorable day of sport and remembrance.

Veterans are warmly invited to a pre-match reception at 15:30 hours, followed by a Pitchside Act of Remembrance and a 17:30 hours kick-off.

Please note: Places are limited to 100 veterans, and registration is essential. Spaces will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis — so don’t delay!

Register now via our website home page: www.nivco.co.uk

#NIVCO #Veterans #Remembrance #LinfieldFC #WindsorPark #LestWeForget

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Carnmoney Detachment Army Cadets

 

Carnmoney detachment, Forthill Drive, Newtownabbey every Thursday evening 7-9 pm.

Interested in gaining new friends, Qualifications, or learning new skills in the 1st (Northern Ireland) Battalion, Army Cadets, check out the details below.

Find out more; https://armycadets.com/.../1st-northern-ireland.../

Ready to Join: https://armycadets.com/find-a-detachment/

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Veteran's Hub Curry Lunch Portavogie - Friday 21st November

 

Veteran's Hub Curry Lunch Portavogie, to book for you or your group, just call the Rendezvous Café Portavogie on 02891244040 leave your name and contact number and how many guests and we'll be in contact with you. Book early, as spaces are limited!

This is funded through our VPPP2 project Thrive Together Schomberg Mourne UlsterScots Mourne Veterans Hub @MAPS in Tyrone @Veterans Hub Londonderry Regenerate Veterans Group Brooke House Health & Wellbeing Centre The Antrim Coast Veterans Network Veterans News Hub NI Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust Veterans Voice NI

#ThriveTogether #ThriveTogetherNI #veteranssupportingveterans #veteranshelpingveterans #veteransupport #VeteransCommunity

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Storming The Castle - Motorbike Meet Every Wednesday at Carrickfergus Castle

 

Veteran Motorcycle Meet – Carrickfergus
A weekly motorcycle meet at Carrickfergus Castle, running every Wednesday night from 7 pm to 8 pm.

There’s coffee and a food cart on site
Open to everyone — but especially veteran-friendly
A great chance to chat, laugh, and share stories
Motorbikes are proven to help with mental health — and this meet is all about bringing people together and making new connections

So if you’ve got a bike (or just love them!), come down, meet some fellow veterans, enjoy the craic, and take in the view of the castle.

#Veterans #MotorcycleMeet #CarrickFergus #RoyalIrishRangers #MentalHealthMatters #RideTogether

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: 152 North Irish RLC Reserves are Recruiting

 

Where are we based?

227 (Headquarters) Squadron - Palace Barracks, Holywood
211 (Tanker) Squadron - Caw Camp, Londonderry and Coleraine Army Reserve Centre
220 (Tanker) Squadron - Palace Barracks, Holywood
400 (Petroleum) Squadron - Palace Barracks, Holywood

We are based in
#Belfast
#Coleraine
#Londonderry

Want to join us?

Get in touch via
152RLC-Recruitment@mod.gov.uk
02890 420 642

Follow us on Facebook and X 

@38xengagement @royallogisticcorps @104bde @rfcani @armyinnorthernireland @armycareersni

#northernireland #armyinni #royallogisticcorps #rlc #britisharmyreserves #britisharmyrecruitment #britisharmylogistics #reservists #armyreserves #joinnow #britisharmyrecruitment

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Latest Edition of Veterans Newsletter NI is Out Now.

 

The latest edition of the Northern Ireland Veterans Newsletter is now live. You can read it here:
https://www.nivco.co.uk/.../Veterans-Newsletter-NI-Issue...

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: NI Direct. GOV.UK Vehicle Tests: Temporary Exemption Certificates

 

Vehicles that were first registered between 1 June 2020 and 31 May 2021 or between 1 June 2018 and 31 May 2019, and have a valid Northern Ireland MOT will be given a Temporary Exemption Certificate (TEC ).
This means they will not need a vehicle test (MOT) for 12 months from the date their current certificate expires.
Find out more at: http://www.nidirect.gov.uk/.../guide-booking-your-mot...
Department for Infrastructure

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Causeway Coast and Glens Annual Events Listing

  

Remaining events across the Causeway Coast & Glens Borough this year.

For all official event updates, info, activities and more, make sure to follow the Council's Events page Causeway Coast & Glens Events

*Please note that all event dates are subject to change.

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Contact the HIVE

Email the HIVE here

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: AFVBC Breakfast Clubs Throughout Northern Ireland

  

The purpose of Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Clubs is to facilitate veterans and serving Armed Forces personnel to meet face to face in a relaxed, safe, social environment to enjoy breakfast and banter, to combat loneliness and allow veterans to ”return to the tribe”
Free to attend, free to join.

There are no fees, subs or commitments: AFVBC don't exist to support any national charity, organisation or business: just turn up, pay for your breakfast and enjoy the company of other Armed Forces Veterans.
There are seven AFVBC's in Northern Ireland for more details www.afvbc.world

Information provided by HIVE NI