Northern Ireland: RAF Careers Webinar Northern Ireland - 4th March

 

Northern Ireland, the RAF is looking for people like you. 

On Wednesday, 4 March at 18:30, join their careers webinar and hear directly from your own community about what life in the RAF truly offers. 

Don't miss it, register FREE today.

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Northern Ireland: Latest Edition of Veterans Commissioners Newsletters are out now

The latest editions of the Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner’s Newsletter are now available.

Click the link below to catch up on the latest news, upcoming events, and key updates for the veteran community in Northern Ireland.

NI Veterans Commissioner's Office

Newsletters - NI Veterans Commissioner's Office

#VeteransNI #NIVeteransCommissioner #VeteransNewsletter #NICommunity #VeteransVoice

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Northern Ireland: The Wessex Cinema Aldergrove, March 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: South Eastern Regional College (SERC) Jobs and Careers Fair - Various dates in February and March

 

SERC Careers Team are delighted to invite all students and staff to their 2026 Jobs and Careers Fairs, taking place across the main campuses this March.

Whether you’re exploring your next steps, preparing for employment, or simply curious about what opportunities are out there, these events are the perfect place to start. Come along to meet employers, ask questions and discover the many pathways open to you.

Tuesday 3 March
Newtownards Campus – Reception Area

Wednesday 4 March
Lisburn Campus – Sports Hall

https://ow.ly/5Gvc50Yk5Fy

#BetterOffAtSERC

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Northern Ireland: St Patrick's Day Event in Belfast - March 1st - March 17th

 

Belfast's official St Patrick's Day events have been announced - with two weeks of celebrations planned this year.

From March 1-17, Belfast will be the place to be for St Patrick’s Day, with a packed programme of events from Belfast City Council stretching right across the city. 

Following the annual Spar Craic 10K race, leaving from City Hall at 9am, the city centre will be the setting for the annual St Patrick’s Day parade on Tuesday 17 March.

For more details of what's on, please click here

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Northern Ireland: Latest Edition of NI4 Kids is out now

 

To read the latest edition on line, please click here

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Northern Ireland: St Patrick's Day Parade, Royal Hillsborough - Saturday 14th March

St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Royal Hillsborough on Saturday 14 March 2026 for a historic celebration.

For the first time ever, the 2nd Battalion The Royal Irish Regiment St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place in a community setting within Northern Ireland, making this a moment of history you won’t want to miss.

The parade will march from Beechlawn School to Hillsborough Court House, starting at 10:00am.

Enjoy the music
Experience the marching and atmosphere
Watch the traditional shamrock presentation live on a big screen

This is a free public event and everyone is welcome. Bring family and friends and be part of this historic St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

Royal Hillsborough
10:00am

Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council
Hillsborough Castle and Gardens

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Northern Ireland: Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council Events for 2026

 

From festivals and fairs to fireworks and family fun, Causeway Coast & Glens Borough Council bring you another packed year of events across the Borough.

For more details please click here

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Northern Ireland: Holidays for Heroes Fundraising Big Breakfast - Saturday 21 March

 

Holidays for Heroes Jersey – Fundraising Big Breakfast

Fundraising Big Breakfast in support of Holidays for Heroes Jersey, an incredible charity recognising the contribution of those who have been injured in mind or body as a result of their military service. 

Saturday 21st March 2026
08:30 – 12:30
Royal British Legion, Ballymoney

Come along and enjoy a great breakfast while supporting a truly worthwhile cause.

All veterans, families, and supporters are very welcome to attend and show their support for this fantastic initiative.

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North Ireland: Youth Club Provisions for Northern Ireland with Army Welfare Service

For more details please email AWS here

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Northern Ireland: Pre-School & Primary 1 admissions for September 2026

 

Admissions criteria for applications to Pre-school and Primary One for September 2026 are now live on our website.

It is important that you read the published admissions criteria for each of the Pre-school settings or Primary schools you wish to list on your application.

More information on applying for a pre-school or primary school place is available at  https://ow.ly/gEVj50XFEeR

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Northern Ireland: SSAFA Fundraising Lecture - Korea without End - Wednesday 11th March

 

SSAFA Fundraising Lecture - Korea - War without End

You are warmly invited to join the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) - the Armed Forces charity - Northern Ireland Branch, for a special fundraising evening in support of their work with serving personnel, veterans and their families across Northern Ireland. 

SSAFA is honoured to present, General The Lord Dannatt GCB CBE MC DL as its guest speaker, delivering our ‘Annual Fundraising Lecture’, entitled ‘Korea - War without End’

Date: Wednesday 11 March 2026
Time: 06:00 pm
Cost From: £25.00

For more details, please click here

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Northern Ireland: 110th Battle of the Somme Commemoration Service - 1st July

 

Expression of Interest for the 110th Anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, Service of Commemoration at the Ulster Memorial Tower, Thiepval, France, 1st July 2026 at 1430hrs (Time TBC)

Please see poster for more details.

Please EMAIL Carol at sommeassociation@btconnect.com

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Northern Ireland: The Band, Bugles, Pipes and Drums of The Royal Irish Regiment Concert - Saturday 21st March

 

The Band, Bugles, Pipes and Drums of The Royal Irish Regiment will be performing an exciting concert in The Waterfront Hall, Belfast on 21st March in support of the Army Benevolent Fund.

Tickets can be purchased through the Waterfront Hall Box Office, or scan the QR Code for more details.

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Northern Ireland: Employment Opportunities with Aramark

For further information please click here

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Northern Ireland: BFBS Launches new AI Skills Programme in NI

 

Ready to upskill?

BFBS are launching their new AI Skills Programme designed for the military community.

Whether you're curious about AI or looking to boost your career prospects, this is for you. Self-paced modules, webinars and live workshops throughout 2026. Sign up now and join hundreds of others learning the skills that matter.

More details, can be found here

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Northern Ireland: Irish Passport Paper Applications Are Changing

 

Paper applications are changing.
From 1 December 2025, the Irish Passport Service will no longer accept the green APS1/APS2 application forms.

From 1 December, if you wish to make a paper application you can contact the Passport Assist Service for assistance, or click here for more information.

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Northern Ireland: Education Maintenance Allowance

 

Decided to stay on in school after compulsory school age, or go to FE college in NI?
You may be entitled to #EducationMaintenanceAllowance.

Applications for 2025/26 are open until 31 March 2026.
For more information and application forms, see: https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/.../education-maintenance...
Department for the Economy NI

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Northern Ireland: Vehicle Tests: Temporary Exemption Certificate update from NIDirect

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

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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.

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