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April 20, 2022

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April 13, 2022

Wimbish: Contact House & Flat

£15 non-refundable deposit is required when booking the Contact House : Call Welfare on 01223 203691 to book.

Contact Flat
Wimbish Station also have a contact flat. A fully furnished flat with one room consisting of a double bed and bunk beds, kitchen plus large living/dining area. £15 per night. 

Information provided by Wimbish HIVE

'Free Courses for Jobs' campaign expansion

The Government's 'Free Courses for Jobs' campaign has expanded to help even more adults take a free level 3 qualification (equivalent to A levels) to help them access new job opportunities or increase their wages. Courses are now available to those aged 19+, living in England, if any one of the following apply:
  • They do not already have a level 3 qualification such as A levels or an Advanced Technical Diploma (and do not have a qualification at a higher level)
  • Are unemployed
  • Earn below the National Living Wage annually (£18525)
Visit the website here to find the right qualification for you.

National Insurance relief for businesses when hiring Veterans

Businesses hiring military veterans can now save their firms thousands of pounds in employee National Insurance contributions, thanks to a scheme launched by the government's Office of Veterans' Affairs. From 6 April 2022, employers will not have to pay National Insurance contributions for veterans in their first year of civilian employment after leaving the armed forces. Businesses will also be able to claim this relief retrospectively for any qualifying employees who joined their company in the last 12 months. Further information can be found on the Government website here

New arrangements to support Service Family Accommodation - FDIS

April 11, 2022

Service Family Hot Topics: UK immigration and wider support to Non-UK Army Personnel

'Please note that some of the links are to documents held on internal MOD systems only'

This newsletter contains advice and guidance to support Non-UK nationals (Commonwealth, Gurkhas and Nepali citizens serving in the wider Army) and their entitled family members and Non-UK entitled family members of a serving British Citizen.​

20220411-UK_IMMIGRATION_HOT-TOPICS

April 8, 2022

Preston & Weeton - Let's Feel Good Fylde - Sports Club Directory and Weekly Activity Timetable

Here are just some of the benefits to children when they stay active!
Is your child interested in getting stuck into a new hobby?

Check out Fylde's Sports Directory and weekly itinerary of activities here:

Welcome to our Let’s Feel Good Fylde page.
Here you will find everything you need to get out and about and active in Fylde.

SSAFA: Commemorating the Fortieth Year of the Falklands War

Remembering the sacrifices made by the soldiers, sailors and aviators who fought to liberate the Falkland Islands following an Argentinian invasion in 1982.

www.ssafa.org.uk/support-us/our-national-campaigns/falklands-Commemorating 40th Falklands Anniversary​

Blackpool: New Peter Rabbit Attraction on the Promenade

New Peter Rabbit™ Attraction at Blackpool!


Hop into the over-sized world of Peter and his friends.


Hop along to the New Peter Rabbit™ Attraction at Blackpool!

Beloved characters from the award-winning PETER RABBIT™ animated TV series arrived at a new home on Blackpool’s famous seafront. It’s a partnership that marks the first stand-alone Merlin visitor attraction to be based on the series. And it’s a first for Blackpool! A brand-new concept and the first time Merlin has created a stand-alone attraction based on the series.

The new Peter Rabbit attraction at Blackpool is open next door to the famous Madame Tussauds Blackpool. It joins Merlin’s six other attractions including The Blackpool Tower and SEA LIFE Blackpool.

Embark on an adventure across five fluffy-tailed themed zones. You’ll need to think like a rabbit, move like a rabbit and deploy rabbit-like senses! There’s a whole burrow-full of creativity to enjoy. Complete the challenges and earn badges. See if you have the skills to join the secret treehouse club! You’ll also meet, greet and ‘high-paw’ with Peter himself – in a bumper bunny day out!


Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE