Scotland: Transformative new childcare support will save Defence families up to £6000 a year

A new Defence scheme to transform support for forces families with young children will be rolled out across the UK from September 2026.

A new Defence scheme to transform support for forces families with young children will be rolled out across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland from September 2026, the Defence Secretary has announced today.

This major boost for UK Armed Forces families will save forces families living in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland up to £6,000 per year for each child and will help with the cost of living as they serve to protect the nation.

It will be delivered through the Ministry of Defence’s existing Early Years childcare reimbursement scheme and will ensure that eligible working UK Armed Forces families receive the same Government funded childcare support as forces families in England.

To read more 👉 Transformative new childcare support will save Defence families up to £6000 a year - GOV.UK

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Scotland: The latest Newsletter and vacancies from the NHS Scotland AFTP Team as of 18th of March 2026

The Armed Forces Talent Programme is an NHSScotland-wide recruitment initiative for the armed forces community. 

It supports service leavers, veterans, spouses, partners, dependants, reservists, cadets, and cadet forces adult volunteers to enter our workforce.

Vacancies

See the AFTP newsletter here

For more information about the AFT programme - webpage

Dunfermline:Fife Carers Coffee morning, last Wednesday of each month 1000-1200, starts March 25th

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Fife Carers - Our Dunfermline Coffee Morning is back! And we’d love to see you there 🍵

Starting 25th March, we’re opening the doors again for a relaxed, friendly space where unpaid carers can take a breather, have a chat, and connect with others who understand 💭

Whether you’re looking for a bit of company, a listening ear, or just a good cup of tea or coffee, you’re very welcome💛

No pressure, no expectations - just come along as you are.

Take a look at the poster for full details, and feel free to share with anyone who might benefit.

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Tayport: Easter Holidays Club for Families

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Easter holidays are coming!! 

Come hangout with your kids at the Larick Centre 12-2pm every Tuesday and Thursday, FREE picnic lunches for children, games, crafts, soft play, sports equipment.

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Highlands: MLG (Education) Newsletter March 2026

Click on image above to read the latest issue of the MLG (Education) Newsletter and the Category and the overall winner of the ‘Design a Logo’ Competition for Month of the Military Child Highland!

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Scotland: Scottish Ambulance Service recruiting Trainee Ambulance Care Assistant (West), closing date Thurs 26th March

Now recruiting: Trainee Ambulance Care Assistant - West

As an ACA, you will be responsible for delivering high quality care and safe transportation for non-emergency patients from their homes to hospital and clinic appointments and inter-hospital transfers and discharge of patients from hospital.

You must therefore have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be a team player and be able to engage with a range of people who are often at their most vulnerable.

This is a key role, offering a vital service to the people of Scotland.

Salary: Band 3 (£28,011 - £30,230)
Closing date: Thursday 26 March
Location: Various in West Scotland

For more info and to apply: https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/

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Moray: Exchange Families – New Parent & Carer Support Opportunities

Support for families with children aged 4–18 in Moray.

New options include:
3‑session parenting programmes: Parenting Your Neurodiverse Child/Young Person & Parenting Your Teenager

Emotion Based School Avoidance online learning platform (ages up to 12)

New webinar topics:

Transition & Change – supporting moves to secondary school

Building Your Resilience as a Parent

Understanding Sleep in Children

📘 Full 2026 catalogue: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/moray-parent-carer-catalogue-2026
🔗Register: https://www.exchange-counselling.com/moray-parents-page
📞 0330 2020283
✉ admin@exchange-counselling.co.uk

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Moray: Weekly Nature Walks in Moray alternating between Forres and Elgin, Wednesdays 13:30-15:00. Next walk is 18th March

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🌿 Weekly Nature Walks in Moray

Every Wednesday — alternating between Forres and Elgin.

 13:30–15:00

Free, open to all, no booking required. Just turn up and enjoy!

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Moray: ASN Easter Holiday sessions at Moray Leisure Centre

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Looking for a fun, relaxed way to enjoy the Easter holidays? 🐰

At Moray Leisure Centre, our ASN Easter Holiday Sessions are designed to create a welcoming space where everyone can have fun in a calmer, lower-sensory environment. 💙

With reduced capacity, quieter surroundings, and a supportive atmosphere, these sessions are perfect for individuals and families who benefit from a more relaxed setting.

Come along, take your time, and enjoy the facilities in a space that’s designed to feel comfortable, inclusive, and full of smiles. 😁

📆 Check out the dates in the poster above and plan your visit this Easter.

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Scotland: Historic Environment Scotland - Lambs on the Loose! Easter Trail Fri 3rd to Mon 6th April

🐣This Easter join Historic Environments Scotland at sites across the country for some baa-rilliant family friendly fun on  self-guided Easter Trails. 

The lambs are loose across the hoose and we need your help to find them! 

Search through our sites to uncover the clues for a wooly good day out! Ewe might even get a chocolatey reward!

Go to  Lambs on the Loose! The Easter Trail | Historic Environment Scotland for dates and locations.

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Leuchars: AWS Coffee Morning fundraiser in support of Tourette Scotland, Tuesday 17th March 10-2pm

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Please come and join us for a fantastic cause and help raise funds for a charity who is helping to support Alfie (service child) 💙

Fundraising coffee morning for Tourette Scotland.
Tuesday 17th March.
Leuchars Station Community Centre Hall
10am-2pm
Lots of baked good available to purchase.
All proceeds go to Tourette Scotland

https://gofund.me/717527b15

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St Andrews: Art in the Park at Craigtoun Sat 2nd & Sun 3rd of May, Bank Holiday Mon 4th May and School in-service day Thurs 7th May, 5 workshops are FREE!

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🎨 Friends of Craigtoun now have a total of 13 art & craft workshops for children and teens available to book via their website as part of their Art in the Park Festival of Creativity at Craigtoun this May. 

5 of the workshops are completely free of charge and the others range between £5 and £10.

Spaces are limited so don't leave it too long to book! 🎨

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Cowdenbeath: Armed Forces and Ex-Military Community Network 18th March

 

We’re proud to hold the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award, recognising our commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, service families, and colleagues with military connections. 

To build on this, we’re launching a new Armed Forces and Ex-Military Community Network. 

This network will create a safe, welcoming space to connect, share lived experiences, and help shape how we support our Armed Forces community across Fife Sports and Leisure Trust.

First meeting: Wednesday 18th March
10:00am – 12:00pm
Cowdenbeath Leisure Centre
Free to attend – no need to book

If you have an ex-military background or service connection, or simply want to learn more, you’ll be very welcome. Tea and cakes included!

Please share with anyone who might be interested. For further information, visit https://bit.ly/3OncPX9

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Scotland: Housing Options Scotland, Military Matters - understanding your housing options online briefing and Q&A Wed 25th March and 13th May

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Links for internal use:
Housing Options for Members of the Armed Forces Community in Scotland Tickets, Wed, 25 Mar 2026 at 10:30 | Eventbrite

Housing Options for Members of the Armed Forces Community in Scotland Tickets, Wednesday, May 13, 2026 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am GMT+1 | Eventbrite

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Leuchars: Skills Development Scotland Careers Drop in at Bula Cafe - next drop in Thurs 19th March 2026

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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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Moray: Earth Time Waddle Toddle

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Peter Rabbit is hopping along to Waddle Toddle this week to find Mr McGregors carrots 🥕🥕 Can you help him find them?

🐇 Hop along and have a go at planting your own seeds to take home.
🍎 Munch your way through snack provided
🍵 Enjoy a warm drink whilst you listen to the stories.

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St Andrews: Craigtoun Easter Fayre Sat 4th & Sun 5th April 1030-1700

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Lothian: Lothian Veterans Centre LVC Bacon Roll - Friday 20th

Nothing planned for Friday? Then why not get yourself along to the LVC Bacon Roll Morning on Friday the 20th.

It’s a great chance to catch up with friends, have a laugh, and enjoy 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 19th of March.

Email contact@lvc.scot or Call 0131 660 55

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St Andrews: Little Niblicks, children 0-5 years workshop at the R&A World Golf Museum **FREE** Last Friday of the month up to April 2026

Little Niblicks - Old and New 

Bring along your baby or toddler to enjoy the sights and sounds of the museum.

Roll a ball, sing a song or join in a craft, we’d love to welcome you and your little one. 

Join us for multi-sensory play with a new theme each month.

📌The R&A World Golf Museum
📆 Friday 27th Feb, 11.00am - 12.00pm
🍵 Refreshments available for participants.
🚼 Baby changing facilities available
🔗Drop in on the day or book your spot: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../little-niblicks-children

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Edinburgh: CTP Employment Fair, Murrayfield 29th April

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