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Army HIVE Christmas and New Year Closures

The majority of Army HIVEs will be closed after duties on Fri 19 Dec 25 and will reopen on Mon 5 Jan 26. There may be localised variations to these dates for individual HIVEs.

Army HIVE HQ is also closed during the festive fortnight, so any enquiries submitted via the ‘If you need further information’ MS Forms function on our UK, Cyprus or Overseas blogs will be answered when we return in the New Year.

We will periodically cover private messages on our Army HIVE Facebook platform (and X/Instagram where possible) whilst we are closed. However, this will not be 24/7 and should not be relied upon for anything that requires an urgent response.

To support our customers with more immediate requirements however, the Army HIVE HQ email will provide a comprehensive out of office autoreply, detailing points of contact that are either 24/7, emergency providers, or open over the festive leave fortnight. To receive this autoreply, please email:
RC-Pers-HIVEComms-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Individual HIVEs will also provide localised contact details for Christmas and New Year cover wherever possible in their automated replies. Therefore, if you email your closest HIVE, which you can find on HIVE’s page on the Army website, their autoreply may be of additional assistance.

Army HIVE wishes all of its Service community customers, and our internal and external stakeholders, a very happy Christmas and New Year. We look forward to continuing our support and engagement in 2026.


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November 4, 2022

Wattisham: Find a Recycling Centre in Suffolk

Opening times of Suffolk Recycling Centres (rubbish tips) and what you can reuse, recycle and dispose of.  For further details visit www.suffolk.gov.uk.  You must book a time slot online before you visit.

Information provided by Wattisham HIVE

October 26, 2022

Chester: CATCH - Common Approach to Children's Health


CATCH is a free mobile app for expectant mums, parents & carers of children aged 0-5.

Download the app today to access reliable health information with health reminders like vaccination dates, guidance for your child's age range and local support services http://cwac.co/z8zuB

Information provided by Chester HIVE

October 25, 2022

Lichfield: Military & Veterans Breakfasts - The Bell inn, Whittington last Sunday of the Month


 

Wattisham: Suffolk libraries - free e-books and audiobooks

If you are Suffolk resident, membership of Suffolk Libraries is Free!
You can apply at the library or via the website.
Here you can access to Borrowbox app which provides access to E-Books and Audio-books (children and adults).

Information provided by Wattisham HIVE

October 19, 2022

Lancashire: New Cost of Living information hub launched


We've launched our new Cost of Living information hub, making it easier for people to find the help they need.
It's contains various areas of support, including our Warm and Welcome Places scheme.
Read more more about it here
cost-of-living-support-in-lancashire

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

October 18, 2022

Servicewomen’s Health Handbook


The Servicewomen’s Health Handbook​ was released last month and is for all personnel who are directly affected by female-specific health issues, for commanders and line managers who have a responsibility to enable their people to be their best, and for colleagues to better understand and support.

Copies of the handbook are available via internal Health and Wellbeing Portals or can be downloaded direct from Servicewomen's Health Handbook​

October 17, 2022

Chester: Mental Health Services in Cheshire West - Find the Right Support for You

We all have mental health and anyone can need support. There is a range of help available in west Cheshire. 

Find the right support for you http://cwac.co/ic6xL

Information provided by Chester HIVE
 

October 12, 2022

Wimbish: Evergreen Taekwon-Do at Carver Barracks


Minimasters (3-6 yrs) 4-4:30pm
Junior Masters (7-12 yrs) 4:30 - 5:30pm.

Please note, for the Minimaster class we ask parents to wait outside, as this age group (3-6 yrs) are easily distracted and in my experience having Mum, Dad or siblings in the room doesn’t always help. Should there be any problems I will be sure to come outside and get you.

Please remember to bring a completed consent form for each child including a signed second page, if sheets are printed separately.

We train in bare feet and ask all students to attend in light clothing, PE kit or similar with any jewellery removed prior to the lesson.

We also ask all students especially those in the junior class to bring their water bottles with them. There is drinking water available at the hall but it‘s always good to be prepared.

I’m excited to see you all there!

Information provided by Wimbish HIVE

Wattisham: Suffolk Family Carers

Did you know that Suffolk Family Carers has got a Military Families Lead what allows tailored support.

For advice and support please contact  hello@suffolkfamilycarers.org

Information provided by Wattisham HIVE