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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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May 4, 2023

Young Minds: Support for Parents



We know parenting isn’t always easy. Although it’s often amazing and rewarding to watch your children grow up, and to help them learn to be independent, it can also be really hard work. It can feel especially hard if your child's mood and behaviour seem different and you're not sure why, or what you can do to help.

​We have lots of practical advice and tips on supporting your child​.

Click HERE​ for further information.

May 3, 2023

Rutland Cottesmore: Dental Care for Military

 

This dental practice has recently signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are able to offer registration for NHS treatment to military dependants.

Information provided by Cottesmore HIVE

Rutland Cottesmore: AWS Junior Youth Club

 

Information provided by Cottesmore HIVE

Rutland Cottesmore: Rutland County Council provides support amid rising cost of living

 


Information provided by Cottesmore HIVE

Rutland Cottesmore: Kevins Taxis offers 10% Military Discount on production of ID

 

GOING MY WAY

Taxis you can trust

Since leaving the RAF, Kevin has been transporting customers in the local area and much further afield for many years. Formally Cottesmore Taxis, we are now operating in the whole of Rutland. Kevin’s Taxis will get you there safely.

Your Airport Transfer Specialist  

With over 25 years’ experience in the taxi industry, call Kevin for a friendly honest quote. Whether it’s an airport enquiry or picking up family members or friends from around the local area, make Kevins Taxis your first call. We cover all major airports and seaports as well as all local venues. We are based in the beautiful county of Rutland and are open 7 days a week.

Find out more Kevins Taxis

Information provided by Cottesmore HIVE

Rutland Cottesmore: Oakham Citizens Advice Centre FREE Conference Room for Hire

 

 It is an upstairs room (stairs only - no lift)

The room seats a maximum of 12 people
There is a flipchart, wi-fi, a large screen and computer - alternatively you can attach your laptop to the screen. 
There is one toilet downstairs
There are no drinks facilities - delegates must bring their own refreshments.
Access will be provided by way of an electronic fob for the duration of the meeting
The room is available from Tuesday to Friday from 9.00am to 4.30pm.
There is no charge to use the room.

Information provided by Cottesmore HIVE


May 2, 2023

Rutland Cottesmore: We are East Midlands Reserve Forces & Cadets Association

 


Information provided by Cottesmore HIVE

Rutland Cottesmore: Cottesmore Link magazine, loads of local News & information

 


Information provided by Cottesmore HIVE

Defence Connect (Defcon) – Defence Accommodation Policy




Our Defcon page will be external from 1 May 2023 giving access to family members and partners as well as Service personnel.

Over the course of the next year, we will update the page with the latest information and announcements on Defence Accommodation Policy.

Each member will receive a push notification email when announcements and changes are made to the page.

How to sign up:

* Click the link -

MS Form - Defence Accommodation Policy Defence Connect Page Application Form

Sway Link - Defence Accommodation Policy External Defence Connect Page (office.com)

* Complete the MS Form/ Sway Link

* Click the link on your confirmation email

Once members receive access to the Defcon page, they can opt to download the JIVE app to access defence connect.


Updated MOD Guide for Service Personnel 'Flexible Working and You'


The MOD Guide for Service Personnel, 'Flexible Working and You' was updated on 28 Apr 23. Please click HERE​ to access the new version.