Showing posts with label Veterans. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Veterans. Show all posts

October 17, 2025

Update from GOV.UK: Digital version of Veteran Card launched for quicker and easier access to support


Nearly 2 million veterans can now get and benefit from a digital version of the Veteran Card, which will make it easier and quicker to access key services and discounts via their smartphones.

From today, Friday 17 October, it will give veterans a seamless way to confirm their status in person and will include information already featured on their physical card - displaying their name, photo, latest service, and date of birth with the security features that protect their personal information.

Veterans can now apply for and download a digital version of the Veteran Card on their smartphone.
From registering with GPs to housing support and discounted entry to museums, the card will ensure veterans can access services quickly and easily online.
Part of the blueprint for modern digital government, as government makes public services simpler and more accessible so they work around people’s lives as part of the Plan for Change.

To view the news update in full, please go to this LINK

October 14, 2025

Petersfield: Armed Forces drop-in Centre Winton House Centre first Thurs every month 1600hrs - 2000hrs


Click HERE for more information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

West Midlands: Veterans Memorial Service 9 November - New Trust Centre Wolverhampton


 Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

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

October 13, 2025

Scotland: Veterans Housing Scotland

Veterans Housing Scotland has over 100 years’ experience in providing homes for Veterans in Scotland who are disabled.

As we celebrate our 110th Anniversary in 2025, we complete a five-year strategy of significant but organised change. The charity now starts the next five-year phase of its strategy that will see huge investment into property refurbishments. We are incredibly proud of our history and the service we have provided to those who have served their country. We are equally excited about our future and how we as a charity will continue to work with and support members of the Veterans Housing Scotland family.

👉 Read the full Autumn 2025 newsletter here:
https://www.vhscot.org.uk/news/vhs-newsletter-autumn-2025

Rail industry offers free rail travel to help veterans and Armed Forces attend Remembrance Services


Free rail travel offered for serving military personnel and veterans attending Services of Remembrance on 9 November.

Free rail travel offered for Royal British Legion London Poppy Day volunteers and collectors on 30 October, with an additional one day either side of the event.

Travel includes London Terminals and Services of Remembrance nationwide, with proof of ID required.

For more information, click here.

Scotland: Veterans Scotland Newsletter for November



This Veterans Scotland Newsletter dated October 2025 is now available.


Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Lincoln: Veterans & Families Open Day - Veterans Awareness Seminar





Information provided by Grantham HIVE

October 10, 2025

St Athan: Remembrance Sunday 2025 at St Tathan Church on Sun 09 Nov 25

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Haverfordwest: Haverfordwest Remembrance 2025

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Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

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

October 9, 2025

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

October 8, 2025

London: Victory Services Club

Experience the inclusive camaraderie of the Victory Services Club. It is the only military members' club in London open to all ranks and all services of the UK Armed Forces, NATO and the Commonwealth and their families. 

Membership to the Victory Services Club is entirely free for serving personnel. For former service personnel and their immediate family, the Club offers membership at affordable and highly competitive rates.

Click HERE for more information.

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

London: Veterans Partnership Better Together


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Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

October 7, 2025

October Quest magazine is out now

The latest edition of Quest magazine (and back issues also) can be read online at the following link:

Quest Magazine | Quest Online

Civvy Street magazine: Oct/Nov 25 issue out now

The latest digital edition of Civvy Street Magazine can be read online HERE

Brecon: Veterans Cafe & Charity Curry Night on the 1st Tuesday of the month in Brecon

 
Visit Brecon:

Show your support in warm spaces with friendly faces!

Veteran's Cafe: https://www.visitbrecon.org/events/veterans-cafe
Charity Curry Night: https://www.visitbrecon.org/.../0qie4j53ccjckv9ahvscpojod...

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

October 6, 2025

Newport: RBL 45th Wales Festival of Remembrance on Sat 01 Nov 25

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Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

October 5, 2025

Northern Ireland: Remembrance Weekend at Linfield Football Club - Saturday 8th November

 
Remembrance Weekend 2025

The Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioner’s Office is delighted to once again partner with Linfield Football Club (Official) on this years Remembrance Weekend.

On Saturday 8th November, we will host a special reception for veterans, who will then be invited to take part in the annual Act of Remembrance at Windsor Park, Belfast, before enjoying the match between Linfield and Coleraine, kicking off at 1730 hrs.

Last year’s event was a memorable occasion, and we look forward to welcoming veterans once again to come together, reflect, and share in this important day.

Registration will be opening soon via our website – keep an eye out for further details.

We hope you can join us for what promises to be a meaningful and enjoyable day.

#RemembranceWeekend #Veterans #WindsorPark