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October 21, 2021

A is for Accommodation

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SFA communications update on the installation of Electric Vehicle Charge Points (EVCP)


Update on the installation of Electric Vehicle Charge Points (EVCP) in SFA

Following a successful EVCP installation pilot in the South East region, we are pleased to inform families that the scheme is now being rolled out nationwide.

Families whose SFA has off-road parking or a dedicated garage within its immediate vicinity will be eligible to have an individual EVCP installed. Those that have registered for an EVCP and whose SFA meet the eligibility criteria, will be contacted by Pinnacle in the coming months to arrange for a survey and installation, where appropriate.

Subject to funding, estate-wide delivery of EVCPs is also being planned. Two estates – Woolwich and RAF Leeming – have been chosen for the initial delivery in late November, with other SFA estates also being considered. DIO will write to SFA families where estate delivery is planned to give full details prior to any works commencing.

If you have, or are in the process of purchasing, an electric vehicle and have not yet requested a charging point please contact the Pinnacle helpdesk to register your interest. There are no costs to families for an EVCP installation, and grant funding cannot be claimed.

Please note, if you install an EVCP without requesting approval, you may incur charges when moving out.

Further detailed guidance on EVCP installations can be found here.

October 20, 2021

Army People Conference 2021

Bridlington: Armed Forces & Veterans Breakfast Club

BFBS announces new radio app

This week BFBS launched a new Radio app, available for all Android and Apple devices.


As well as accessing all the BFBS radio stations, anywhere in the world, the app now allows listeners to hear and download their favourite music and BFBS Podcasts, listen to the Catch-Up services, browse all the scheduling information and more. ​

Available now www.bfbs.com/new-bfbs-radio-app

October 17, 2021

Togetherall Community Story

Togetherall is a safe place where you can share your experiences, anonymously and 24/7, monitored by trained Wall-Guides.
If you don’t feel like sharing, there is also a range of courses & resources available.
Sign up today at: togetherall.com armed forces

Hull: Forces Families & Carer Support

East Riding & Hull: Citizens Advice