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Army HIVE Christmas and New Year Closures

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.

Army HIVE wishes all of its Service community customers, and our internal and external stakeholders, a very happy Christmas and New Year. We look forward to continuing our support and engagement in 2026.


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Showing posts with label Scotland. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Scotland. Show all posts

December 19, 2025

Scotland: Leuchars HIVE Christmas closure.

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December 18, 2025

Scotland: Poppy Scotland Cycle Challenge


Take our Poppy Cycle Challenge and help raise vital funds for veterans and their families in Scotland. 

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

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Scotland: The latest Newsletter and vacancies from the NHS Scotland AFTP Team as of 17th of December

NHS Scotland is offering up to 6-month paid placement starting this September/October across a range of roles within the Health Boards. These placements are designed to help transfer your unique skills into a meaningful career in healthcare.


For more information about the AFT programme - webpage

East Fife: Mobile Library Timetable for 5th January - 3rd April 2026

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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

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Monthly Careers Drop In

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.

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Scotland: The latest Army Cadets in Scotland newsletter is here


The latest Army Cadets in Scotland newsletter is here: tinyurl.com/ACFScotNews

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.

Email contact@lvc.scot or call 0131 660 5537

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Scotland: Female Firefighter Recruitment Event Friday 9th January

We're hosting a recruitment engagement event for females with an interest in becoming wholetime firefighters.

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: North East Fife Cost of Living Festive Opening Times

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Fife: Nursery Applications open for children born between 1st March 2023 and 29th February 2024

Was your child born between 1 March 2023 and 29 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


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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

 

Calling all members of the Veterans Tribe Scotland Book Club !

16th December 1600-1700hrs
 
Below are the Zoom call details for our current reading book choice: 
'The Cornish Christmas Pantomime Murder ' by Fiona Leitch

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

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Contact the HIVE for more information; RC-Per-HIVE-Scotland-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

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December 1, 2025

Scotland: Confused about where to access the healthcare you need?

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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.

Scotland: Getting the medicine you need

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Leuchars Station: Pop up Post Office


A Pop up Post Office is held in the Leuchars Community Hall (building with the cash machine/co-working hub).

Opening hours are Wednesday 9.30am - 11.30am



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Scotland: Moving to Scotland? Need to know about Special Educational Needs and the support available?


Moving to a new country and education system can be a worrying and busy time for families with a child with additional support needs.

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.

Enquire


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Cupar: Andys Man Club, Mondays at 7pm

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Andys Man Club Cupar at 7pm at Howe Rugby Club.

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November 28, 2025

Leuchars: Medical Centre Pharmacy Temporary Closure from 20th November


Due to the relocation of the dispensary to the new building, the practice pharmacy will be closed from 20th Nov 2025 until further notice.

During this time, all prescriptions must be requested from Leuchars Medical Centre, following which you can then collect your items from Leuchars Village Pharmacy.

Thank you in advance for your understanding and patience.


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