Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Generic and local information for the UK Military community including Serving Personnel, Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians.
This is best viewed through a personal device because the MODnet firewall may prevent access to some links.
The majority of Army HIVEs will be closed after duties on Fri 19 Dec 25 and will reopen on Mon 5 Jan 26. There may be localised variations to these dates for individual HIVEs.
Army HIVE HQ is also closed during the festive fortnight, so any enquiries submitted via the ‘If you need further information’ MS Forms function on our UK, Cyprus or Overseas blogs will be answered when we return in the New Year.
We will periodically cover private messages on our Army HIVE Facebook platform (and X/Instagram where possible) whilst we are closed. However, this will not be 24/7 and should not be relied upon for anything that requires an urgent response.
To support our customers with more immediate requirements however, the Army HIVE HQ email will provide a comprehensive out of office autoreply, detailing points of contact that are either 24/7, emergency providers, or open over the festive leave fortnight. To receive this autoreply, please email:
RC-Pers-HIVEComms-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
Individual HIVEs will also provide localised contact details for Christmas and New Year cover wherever possible in their automated replies. Therefore, if you email your closest HIVE, which you can find on HIVE’s page on the Army website, their autoreply may be of additional assistance.
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December 19, 2025
December 18, 2025
Scotland: Poppy Scotland Cycle Challenge
Your challenge is to cycle between different War Memorials in Scotland.
There's an incredible 4,900 to choose from!
You set the distance, the pace and the difficulty level and decide whether you want to cycle the physical route or complete the distance on a gym bike.
For more information visit www.poppyscotland.org.uk/get-involved/poppy-cycle-challenge
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Scotland: The latest Newsletter and vacancies from the NHS Scotland AFTP Team as of 17th of December
East Fife: Mobile Library Timetable for 5th January - 3rd April 2026
For any queries about the Mobile Library service, please email fife.libraries@onfife.com.
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December 17, 2025
Leuchars: Skills Development Scotland Careers Drop in at Bula Cafe
Thursday 11-12 in the Cafe
Drop in and meet the local Skills Development Scotland Careers Adviser, Julie, who can help with job search, applications, CVs and advice and guidance about careers, school subjects and pathways.
Scotland: The latest Army Cadets in Scotland newsletter is here
Published by the Scotland Branch of ACCT UK.
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December 16, 2025
Dalkieth: Lothian Veterans Centre Christmas bacon roll morning, Friday 19th December
If you have eaten all the selection boxes instead of wrapping them, then look out your Christmas Jumpers and Jingle all the way to
TO THE LVC XMAS BACON ROLL MORNING.
Friday the 19th December at DALKEITH WELFARE HALL
36 St Andrews Street Dalkeith
Have a chat with friends in a relaxed friendly atmosphere.
If you would like to join us please let the team know what you would like on your roll by 12 Noon on Thursday the 18th December.
Scotland: Female Firefighter Recruitment Event Friday 9th January
The event will run from 9.30am till 3.30pm on Friday, 9 January at our National Training Centre in Cambuslang.
Interested? Click the link https://ow.ly/MJkz50XItvf
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Fife: Nursery Applications open for children born between 1st March 2023 and 29th February 2024
If YES, Early Learning and Childcare funded hours can be accessed through Fife Council nurseries as well as private nurseries, playgroups and childminders working in partnership with Fife Council.
Applications for three- and four-year-old children are now open and must be received by 31 January 2026.
Find out more and apply online: www.fife.gov.uk/earlyyears
December 15, 2025
Boddam: Part-time cleaner vacancy at Cadet Training Centre closes noon Wednesday 31st December 2025
A vacancy has arisen with the Highland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (HRFCA) for a Cleaner at the Cadet Training Centre at Boddam, Aberdeenshire. The position is part time, 10 hours per week. Applicants should reside within easy commuting distance of Boddam.
This is a Crown Servant (Civil Servant Band SZ1 equivalent) and the salary is £6,581. The successful candidate will be eligible to join the Council of RFCA’s Pension Scheme which operates on a Career Average Revalued Earnings (CARE) basis and has a personal contribution for members of 5% of pensionable earnings. Annual leave, excluding Public Holidays, is 25 days per year, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service; previous public sector employment may count towards qualifying years’ service. The successful applicant will undergo a six month probationary period.
December 10, 2025
Scotland: Calling all members of the Veterans Tribe Scotland Book Club
Book Club Meeting
In the week before each discussion meeting a notice is sent out to all members with a zoom link to attend.
Please RSVP to let us know if you are able to attend, however if you can't join the call it would be appreciated if you can provide a few comments about the current reading book above that will be discussed.
The input from all our Book Club members really helps to make our club a success, it would be lovely to hear your thoughts and comments on the latest book (good or bad) so that we can share them on the next call in your absence
** Important Note**
Have you read the current book but are not in the Book Club ?
Or thinking of joining but want to see what it's like before doing so ? Then you would be very welcome to join in the call using the link below.
Please let Gerry know via the email link below if you are looking to do this, it would be great to see you..
December 4, 2025
Scotland: Pinnacle Housing Officer
Find the contact details of your Housing officer here 👉 Your Housing Officer - Pinnacle Service Families
Alternatively you can ring 0800 031 8628 and choose option 4 to get the information over the phone.
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December 2, 2025
Leuchars Station: Community Centre Timetable of events
December 1, 2025
Scotland: Confused about where to access the healthcare you need?
By getting the Right Care in the Right Place, we can all keep well and get the help we need quickly, safely, and as close to home as possible.
💻NHS INFORM - check symptoms and find health advice to help you stay well.
📲 NHS 24 ONLINE APP - use the chatbot to check your symptoms and find nearest services.
💊 PHARMACIST - help and advice with minor ailments and prescription medication.
🧠 MENTAL WELLBEING - online and telephone resources to help with mental health.
👁 OPTOMETRIST - help with eye problems including sticky eyes or reduced vision.
Leuchars Station: Pop up Post Office
Scotland: Moving to Scotland? Need to know about Special Educational Needs and the support available?
Enquire is the Scottish advice service for additional support for learning.
Providing easy to understand advice and information about additional support for learning legislation and guidance for families and professionals.
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Cupar: Andys Man Club, Mondays at 7pm
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