Domestic Abuse - Survivor Stories: Parenting and children

Supporting parents who have a child with an abusive partner: The 16 days of action campaign team have been supported by real survivors of domestic abuse from within Defence to help spread awareness that this is something that affects our people, and to champion their voices in sharing their experiences so that people can understand through this first-hand insight.

This story focuses on the issues that may occur post-separation and shines a light on the complexities that being a parent, together with an abusive partner, can add to an already complex situation. ​

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Wimbish: Wethersfield Drop-In Clinic

Information provided by Wimbish HIVE

Highland Council: Military Liaison Group (MLG) Armed Forces Quick Access

The Highland Council Military Liaison Group have produced a quick access form to help with the transition of schools/education for Armed Forces families moving into the Highlands.

To access the form and use the links, please click on the above image.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

The Army is becoming a Tobacco Free Working Environment (TFWE)

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By the end of 2022 the Army is becoming a Tobacco Free Working Environment (TFWE).

The first phase of the programme launched in Oct 21 and will see all 1* and above HQs become TFWE by the end of this year. The next phase will see the main body of the Army become TFWE Jan – Mar 22.

There are, of course, exemptions for married accommodation and SLA, but any family member going onto the Army estate will have to comply with this requirement.

Please see the Q&A by clicking on image above.

Domestic abuse - Understanding prevalence and trends

Domestic abuse affected an estimated 2.3 million people in the UK in the last 12 months. This is not an insignificant number or small issue, the statistics indicate that 21 in every 100 adults have experienced at least one form of domestic abuse since the age of 16 – that's 1 in 5.

The ONS publishes statistics every year on prevalence, why not take a moment to read some of the findings.

Often people don't even think that it is abuse that is happening to them; take a look at these statistics from the ONS regarding whether people perceived what was happening to them as domestic abuse or a crime.

Domestic Abuse - Understanding coercive and controlling behaviour

The 16 days of action campaign team have been supported by real survivors of domestic abuse from within Defence to help spread awareness that this is something that affects our people, and to champion their voices in sharing their experiences so that people can understand through this first-hand insight.

This story focuses on the non-physical side of abuse and captures much of what is meant by these less talked about, but no less serious, aspects of perpetrator behaviour.

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Domestic Abuse - Understanding the warning signs of and abusive relationship

The 16 days of action campaign team have been supported by real survivors of domestic abuse from within Defence to help spread awareness that this is something that affects our people, and to champion their voices in sharing their experiences so that people can understand through this first-hand insight. 

This account focuses on some of the tell-tale signs of an abusive relationship and how a series of small little things, when added together, start to build a broader story of a ‘pattern’ of abusive behaviours.

Recognising the Signs of Domestic Abuse

* Jealousy

* Possessiveness

* Unpredictability

* A bad temper

* Cruelty to animals

* Verbal abuse

* Controlling behaviour

Scotland: Scottish Women's Aid

Women, children and young people experiencing domestic abuse should be able to access specialist support wherever and whenever they want it.

Join our call for change here: http://change.org/SWASaferScotland

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Updated MOD policy on Safeguarding

The policy regarding Safeguarding within the MOD has recently been updated. The latest version of JSP 834 can be found at www.gov.uk/government/publications/safeguarding-jsp-834

Chester: Grosvenor Park Tree Trail

Grosvenor Park is home to 688 trees ranging from 5 years to 150 years old which together create the park’s natural beauty and tranquillity.

Navigate your way around the park, using our self-guided tree trail below, to discover key features and the origins and history of 15 of our most-loved ornamental specimens.

Download the trail map and activity map HERE